http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Posts.aspx The best Virginia Tech Football posts created by real fans - brought to you by http://vt.FanFoc.us 10 ../images/Instance.Photo.75.1.aspx http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Posts.aspx Not sure how this stands nationally, but a couple of things stuck out ot me in this article. We're focusing more on in-state recruits. Risky, but can pay off. I like recruiting family of alums and current players. It sets a solid foundation ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10550.aspx Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:55:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10550.aspx According to the central michigan morning sun newspaper and espn - the hokies have asked out of their opening game with Central Michigan as: ESPN has managed to put together a meeting between Virginia Tech and Boise State for the opening weekend of the 2010 season, thus ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10529.aspx Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:42:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10529.aspx What's in store for Virginia Tech Football in the next decade? As many other writers explore other all kinds of areas in 'decade in review', justinc at VirginiaTechFan.com does his best to list his top 10 predictions for the Hokies in the next 10 years. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10525.aspx Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:55:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10525.aspx The top 10 plays from 2010 as voted by VT fans compiled into a single video. Big props to VTPhreak4evr for all the hard work This sure got my blood pumping - can't wait to see Tyrod and Ryan Wililams back on the field in the fall http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10517.aspx Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:26:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10517.aspx Some reaction from Foster on the new annuity deal from the evil empire: There are some coordinators out there who make more money, but when it comes to the complete package, "I've probably got the best contract in the country," he said. The recent annuity, he said, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10504.aspx Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:41:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10504.aspx hokiesports.com released the full news on Foster's additional lump sum. It turns out it's only $800,000, but something else i though pretty interesting: (from hokiesports.com) "The new agreement will pay Foster $800,000 in deferred compensation if he remains employed at Virginia Tech through the 2014 football ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10500.aspx Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:47:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10500.aspx Looks like the Rambling Wreck, or whatever they're called, will be wearing fanny packs and tucking in their sweatshirts next year. Al landed on his feet with a pretty decent position. Talk about lucky...besides that this man is actually employable as a college football coach, what surprises me the most ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10491.aspx Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:47:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10491.aspx You guys think this is a good final ranking? I think it's fair. I'm calling the 6 spot next preseason. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10462.aspx Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:42:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10462.aspx I was hoping he would stick around for his final season. Oh well, Bud should be able to find an adequate replacement. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10457.aspx Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:10:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10457.aspx Interesting article on Boise's 2010 title shot hopes. I also learned that they are trying to get the game against us moved to Labor Day evening to get maximum exposure (if they beat us, I assume). http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10444.aspx Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:43:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10444.aspx A great article by furrer4heisman quantifying just how much better in the Hokies were this year on offense. Last year the hokies generally graded out poorly - around 90% efficiency. Meaning they hokies only produced 90% of the points, yards, etc - that you would expect ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10442.aspx Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:21:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10442.aspx Much of the attention in the spring will focus on the running-back situation, with record-setting tailback Ryan Williams returning along with Darren Evans coming off a season-ending knee injury, David Wilson and Josh Oglesby. Williams set a school record and Atlantic Coast Conference freshman record with 1,655 rushing yards this ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10438.aspx Mon, 04 Jan 2010 08:44:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10438.aspx Hite and Stinespring both hinted that two of the four tailbacks could see time together in certain formations. It's also possible that Wilson, who played as a true freshman this fall but was frustrated with getting just 59 carries, could redshirt in 2010. This redshirt could be a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10435.aspx Sun, 03 Jan 2010 13:52:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10435.aspx Nice write up of the game. I was really glad to see Williams take over some records (single season TD record for the ACC and single season yardage record for a VT RB). He's got a helluva future ahead of him, especially with Evans by his side. Who needs a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10430.aspx Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:11:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10430.aspx I cannot understand how a senior can let this happen. This is two years in a row that we have lost a senior starter, due to academics, in our bowl game. Unexcusable. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10395.aspx Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:51:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10395.aspx Pretty good compilation of Williams' feats during the '09 regular season. What a beast! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10371.aspx Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:11:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10371.aspx For those of you stuck in the arctic for the last 24 hours without access to the internet - here's a quick summary: Just a week after the hokie nation panicked because F$U contacted Bud Foster about their vacant defensive coordinator position (after they introduced Jimbo Fisher as ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10338.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:13:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10338.aspx Stiney will not be going to Richmond http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10337.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:10:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10337.aspx From the initial rumblings a few weeks ago, the current NCAA investigation into UT's use of coed's to recruit high school players has gone mainstream and been reported on and talked just about everywhere on the internet. Me thinks that this may turn into VT's biggest ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10329.aspx Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:34:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10329.aspx CFN is picking the Hokies to win. I so want to believe this... but Monte Kiffin > Bryan Stinespring. If we win this game, it will be due t o Tyrod's management of the hurry-up offense and Ryan Williams talent. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10315.aspx Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:04:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10315.aspx Oh, this will be fun to pick apart...hot college co-eds driving 200 miles to hold up a "Come to UT sign" at a high senior's football game...the term "hostesses" being used over and over again in quotations... "the hostesses were "real pretty, real nice and just real cool" and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10282.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:20:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10282.aspx Great article.. your thoughts? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10271.aspx Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:32:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10271.aspx I just wanted to pass on something I found last night. Hokie Nation on Myspace is reporting that Steinspring is on the short list of candidates for the head coaching job vacated by UVA's new coach Mike London at the University of Richmond! now I looked everywhere for a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10265.aspx Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:53:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10265.aspx Discuss. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10246.aspx Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:16:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10246.aspx Rarely do I post stuff from HD, but here she's right... we gave 'Bama a better game than most teams this year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10242.aspx Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:05:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10242.aspx Good times... here's hoping Nebraska wins. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10213.aspx Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:34:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10213.aspx I don't really care - I just like posting negative news about UVA http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10206.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:54:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10206.aspx This is a surprise to me - I figured Tyrod, Worilds, Rock - or even maybe Davon Morgan or John Graves would at least check out their draft status (heck Sean Glennon submitted paperwork in 2007) . Worilds had a down year so that explain some of it....but ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10200.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:29:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10200.aspx Though Tennessee and Virginia Tech are very much in consideration for the Chick-fil-A Bowl, bowl president Gary Stokan refuted Internet reports Tuesday claiming the matchup has already been finalized. Stokan said he and his Chick-fil-A Bowl committee are still evaluating teams, but the bowl game must first ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10192.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:53:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10192.aspx Some quality time wasting videos here...these are why I'll miss Bobby in football http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10183.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:30:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10183.aspx I'm not to suprised about this, but it's nice for it to be official. He recieved 34 out of 40 votes, and 2nd place was a line backer at BC...the name slips me. Congats to him! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10173.aspx Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:15:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10173.aspx No surprises here, really. Though, considering how little he was used, I was mildly surprised to see Greg Boone on the list. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10164.aspx Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:50:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10164.aspx WOW they sure didn't waste any time, i was betting on tomorrow at a press conference but the axed him quick, so the end of an era, good thing is that just changing coaches is not gonna fix the huge talent gap and problems UVA has, it'll take years and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10149.aspx Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:52:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10149.aspx If this is Al Groh’s final week as Virginia’s head football coach, don’t expect him to talk about it. If this is the end, he’s going to battle to the final moment. Asked during his weekly press conference on Monday to talk about his job status, Groh did ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10130.aspx Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:54:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10130.aspx Really great interview with Bud Foster. He does a great job quickly summarizing the VT climb from the time that Bud and Frank arrived on campus. A real must read for all hokie fans! Of special interest to hokie fans is his answer to the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10128.aspx Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:49:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10128.aspx I was digging through some stats and realized that Jarrett Boykin is having one of the best years by a Tech receiver in the last 10 years, so I decided to write a bit more about it. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10117.aspx Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:35:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10117.aspx I was really surprised that Ryan Williams did not get at least the Rookie of the Week award. With 120 yards and four touchdowns, I thought he was a legit candidate for Offensive POTW, but a sure fire lock for ROTW. Oh well, we'll take the win over the award. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10112.aspx Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:37:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10112.aspx Usually I’m looking back at the game and giving you my gut reaction to what we’ve just seen from Virginia Tech football. Given where we are in this 2009 season, I’m going to change it up a bit this week. I’ll still provide some thoughts on the NC ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10107.aspx Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:43:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10107.aspx Complete with photos from the game and even some on-the-field video of Ryan Williams scoring two touchdowns. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10106.aspx Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:25:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10106.aspx Pretty interesting stuff...especially at the point of this season when TT was allowed to audible more. See if you can't put two and two together. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10087.aspx Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:04:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10087.aspx This is great news - we take a tough game away in 2012 (Logan Thomas's second year as a starter?) and move it to FedEx field in DC? I expect DC to be a much more hospitable venue for the hokies and it's always great to see VT games ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10077.aspx Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:24:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10077.aspx Moved up to 15th in the BCS and kickoff is @ 3:30 on the U against NCST. Have a great week. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10075.aspx Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:15:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10075.aspx Darren Evans gashed a more experience Terps defense last year for a school record 253 yards - look for Ryan Williams to have a second consecutive career day. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10064.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:29:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10064.aspx If he finishes the regular season strong, I think he has a very good shot at this award. Either way, it's been a great season! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10050.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:22:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10050.aspx looks like Bud Foster is lowering his criteria of a coaching job he would consider taking.However he has not been asked to interview, yet. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10049.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:51:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10049.aspx As always Chris does a good job breaking down Maryland's offense, defense and special teams. All big hokie football fans should give this a read to get ready for the game - but long story short, the UMD special teams are average and the defense and offense (especially without ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10046.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:57:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10046.aspx There is a fascinating series of articles published on USA Today that contain salary information for FBS (Div I-A) coaches and assistant coaches. Through a survey process, they gathered compensation info for coaches and have put them in a sortable database by school and conference which reveals some very ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10039.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:30:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10039.aspx There has been talk among Virginia Tech Hokie fans about Frank Beamer possibly hiring Ralph Friedgen as offensive coordinator should Maryland fire him after what has been a disappointing season. This scenario assumes that Maryland could afford to buy out the remainder of Friedgen's contract, but given Maryland's financial ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10034.aspx Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:07:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10034.aspx A number of interesting items in Darryl’s post today: (As discussed earlier) Beau Warren has yet to participate in practice. With Michael Via’s good play – I’m not sure we’ll see Beau on Saturday night against the terps Xavier Boyce’s fall on the depth chart has ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10032.aspx Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:36:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10032.aspx There is a bunch in this post by Randy King - here's the meat: While reviewing the ECU tape - Billy Hite counted 16 broken tackles by Ryan Williams against the Pirates - the highest by 3 in a single game in Billy's 32 year career (and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10030.aspx Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:19:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.10030.aspx A lot of you probably wonder why no one has been talking about the ECU game this week... and why there's all this talk of Stiney on Kyle Tucker's site... well... there's an old-fashioned blogger war that started up at the site I retired from, FBS ... and a brand ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9986.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:53:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9986.aspx Great article about the forgotten back. Another reason to get stoked for next year! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9970.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:10:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9970.aspx Michael Via is excited about the possibility of starting at center. Stiney says its the second hardest position on the field to play and wishes Via was being pressed into action next year around this time... Ryan Williams couldn't fall asleep until 8 am on friday morning and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9966.aspx Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:13:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9966.aspx Sounds like things are getting tough in Blacksburg, VA. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9956.aspx Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:52:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9956.aspx The young linebackers share the blame in the defensive breakdowns this season - most of us have been pretty hard on Jake Johnson who has continued to make bad reads and be a liability in pass coverage. Bud Foster has replaced Johnson in the starting lineup with redshirt freshman ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9951.aspx Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:49:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9951.aspx You guessed it, for the Orange effect game the orange uni's with marron sleeves will be on display. Also marron pant's will be worn. While I dispise the orange uni's the maroon pant's really set it off and I must say it doesn't look that bad! I saw the photo ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9920.aspx Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:28:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9920.aspx Well he's been asking for years and now it's finally coming true. Brent Bowden will be performing Enter Sandman on the jumbotron thursday night. He wanted to go live but CFB no-go'd that wanting him to stay in his pre game prep. So, they recorded a video with ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9907.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:57:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9907.aspx Ryan Williams - 1st Team Sergio Render - 2nd Team http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9868.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:49:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9868.aspx Slow by week so beat writers are pulling out their old gimmicks - top 10 lists, hypothetical awards, meaningless end of season predictions, etc. Here are Darryl's grades for the hokies seven games into the season: Offense = A- The Hokies could only ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9859.aspx Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:33:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9859.aspx After reading the post game interviews on BB stiney basically says we left 14 points on the field in the first half. Now, I was so pissed I can't go check out his story because after the game I deleted my DVR recording, but here goes: On ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9858.aspx Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:47:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9858.aspx I have asked the ACC about the record for most "Rookie of the Week" awards in a season and they would look into it and get back to me. Based on their press releases, the most is four (Josh Adams of Wake Forest) since 2006. The 2005 press releases are ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9844.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:47:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9844.aspx This isn’t great news folks but here’s how the tiebreaker shakes down in the ACC Costal. First assume that GT, Miami and VT all finish 7-1 in the ACC - by no means a done deal but very possible. Here is how the tiebreaker works...since all ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9840.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:24:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9840.aspx We watched a pretty good Hokie football game Saturday, unfortunately it didn't go our way. When the Hokies lose, its VT fans nature (probably all loyal fans) to immediately dissect what went wrong, why it went wrong, who's fault it was, and how it needs to be fixed. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9831.aspx Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:02:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9831.aspx It was painful to have to write this recap, but it's what I do. Ugh. What a painful loss. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9829.aspx Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:32:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9829.aspx The Hokies have won five straight games since their season-opening loss to No. 2 Alabama and hope to make it six on Saturday in Atlanta. Virginia Tech leads the series against the Yellow Jackets, 4-2, and are 4-1 since joining the ACC. Let's take a look back at the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9812.aspx Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:34:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9812.aspx An article about GT's WR Thomas. Good info and stats on the receiver ranked, get this, 15th in the nation in yards per game. Not bad for a team with serious rushing abilities. The deep ball mistakes, (read Kam Chancellor), makes me a little more nervous than our front seven ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9808.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:09:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9808.aspx As always an excellent article by Chris Coleman - a required read for any hokie fan to get ready for Saturday night's game http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9807.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:31:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9807.aspx Virginia Tech offense vs. Georgia Tech defense Virginia Tech should have some success attacking the perimeter of Georgia Tech's run defense thanks in large part to TEs Greg Boone and Andre Smith who are doing an excellent job of creating lanes for RB Ryan Williams. Boone gets into ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9797.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:43:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9797.aspx So we finally are beginning to feel what it is like to get the national media exposure we have been dreaming of for years. It feels as if at least once a day I come across an article, comment, or ESPN clip or segment on something Virginia Tech.....besides the normal ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9795.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:38:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9795.aspx In a simulated BCS Top 25 VT is number 3. I don't know about ya'll but I'm gonna be sooner fan this weekend. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9789.aspx Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:28:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9789.aspx Looks like we have some healthy respect from Johnson for the Virginia Tech defense: Johnson said he would like to see his Tech defense play like another Tech. That would be fourth-ranked Virginia Tech, which comes calling Saturday at Grant Field. "What I want to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9786.aspx Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:08:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9786.aspx And whatever's gotten into offensive coordinator Bryan Stinespring, let's hope it stays for the long haul. He'll no doubt point to improved execution from his players - and that certainly helps - but he's also called three great games in a row. His pinnacle moment came 3 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9779.aspx Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:55:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9779.aspx We must really have some fans who vote. Bama jumps Texas after a some say lack luster performance against Colorado. If that was the case we got lucky last weekend. Oh well, we'll find out the real deal next sunday when the BCS rankings come out. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9772.aspx Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:21:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9772.aspx I made my one trip down to Blacksburg for the year on Saturday, lugging the family down for a fun Hokie football weekend. It was a good one. Friends, tailgating, food and beverages, and a big Hokie win. Will Stewart called for it in his column on ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9771.aspx Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:42:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9771.aspx Blacksburg, VA -- Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer was unusually hard on his team in practice the week leading up to today's game against Boston College. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9768.aspx Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:25:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9768.aspx Boston College offense versus Virginia Tech defense • An active Hokies run defense will be challenged by Boston College's personnel and scheme. The Eagles' front five is getting into position and creating seams for RBs Montel Harris and Josh Haden. It should continue to hold its own working against ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9752.aspx Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:48:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9752.aspx Quality quote here. It's an article about recenta apologies in sports: North Carolina coach Butch Davis: "I'm 0-3 against Virginia, with two of those losses at home. Every year the Cavaliers have gotten worse, to the point this year of outright lousiness, and every year they've beaten us by ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9741.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:19:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9741.aspx USA Today is running a poll of the best places to watch a college football game. Nebraska's the front-runner and we're in 3rd. Click away folks. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9735.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:36:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9735.aspx Also some stats on BC's QB. Ya'll remember that movie from the early 90's Necessary Roughness with the dude from Quantim Leap and Sinbad...? Lol, that's this team! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9734.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:14:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9734.aspx Williams talks about being recruited by BC and Wilson on his limited playing time. I personally feel their is something else going on that no one is eluding to. Oh well, I guess we'll see when we'll see, Coach Hite guarantee's him more playing time. I just hope this isn't ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9733.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:11:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9733.aspx The Atlantic Coast Conference announced game times for games on Saturday, Oct. 17. The No. 5 ranked Virginia Tech Hokies (2-0, 4-1) are on the road against Coastal Division rival Georgia Tech. Kick-off is set for 6 p.m., and the game will be televised on ESPN2. The Yellow Jackets (2-1, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9725.aspx Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:26:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9725.aspx The Atlantic Coast Conference released its weekly awards today and Virginia Tech senior linebacker Cody Grimm was among the honorees. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9722.aspx Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:59:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9722.aspx Outstanding read and another reason to cheer for him! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9720.aspx Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:11:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9720.aspx Apparently, those who vote in the college football polls do pay close attention. At first glance, Virginia Tech's 34-26 road win over the Duke Blue Devils (0-1, 2-3) does not look very impressive. But if you look at the game itself, you'll see a role reversal in which the Hokies' ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9716.aspx Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:25:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9716.aspx The final score is not indicative of how close the game actually was. Heading into the fourth quarter, the Hokies only led 20-16, but Virginia Tech's depth eventually wore the Blue Devils down on both sides of the ball. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9695.aspx Sat, 03 Oct 2009 22:38:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9695.aspx I was curious which college football teams Virginia Tech fans would like to see their Hokies play, so I created a poll and with more than 120 responses, I figured it was a good time to start publishing results. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9680.aspx Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:49:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9680.aspx Nice job hokies - the scout team (and various stores around campus) collected over $7,000 last weekend so the hokies are increasing their target to $9,400. The 94 is in honor of All ACC linebacker Mark Herzlich's jersey number who was diagnosed last spring with Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9676.aspx Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:01:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9676.aspx Chris Brown at smart football is a freak and I have to give him props. I don't post his articles much because he's a national guy and usually only mentions the hokies in passing however this week he breaks down the X's and O's of the VT vs Miami ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9673.aspx Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:41:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9673.aspx Kudos to Jim Cavanaugh being named to ESPN's top 25 list of men who are best at convincing high school players to join their teams. Interestingly so Shane Beamer was also named to the list after only three years at South Carolina. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9654.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:13:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9654.aspx Hey guys - sorry I haven't been around as much this season. I am working the home football games for the Athletics Department again this year an am also the Hokies beat writer for the Examiner.com . For the home games, I have field access and have been taking ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9644.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:15:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9644.aspx So, you'd think that with a .500 record and the No. 6 team in the country coming to town in the form of the Virginia Tech Hokies, Duke fans would be clamoring to get tickets for this game. Apparently not. Duke's athletics department issued a statement today announcing there were ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9643.aspx Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:39:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9643.aspx This is a post from gobbler country about a topic that frankly I'm getting tired of hearing about - Ryan Williams being a Heisman Candidate. Everyone who isn't a Miami fan knew that the Jacory Harris Heisman hype last week was ridiculous (take note hokie fans) and frankly Ryan ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9633.aspx Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:28:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9633.aspx After his performance in both the Nebraska and Miami games and Virgil's nagging but not future time missing injury, Rock (what a great nickname) got the go ahead to remain at The tech defensive position. Good call? I think so. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9631.aspx Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:58:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9631.aspx What a roller coaster week – I’ve gone from feeling like the season was over to blasting enter sandman and jumping into walls to really, really excited about the rest of the season. News flash– your hokies are now racked #6 in the nation! This was ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9624.aspx Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:23:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9624.aspx The only player I'm worried about is Davon Morgan: QB Tyrod Taylor - suffered a chipped front tooth on a QB sneak early inthe fourth quarter; mouth was swollen and bloody; got treatmentimmediately after the game; will see a dentist today SS Davon Morgan - suffered a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9621.aspx Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:20:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9621.aspx Stinespring said afterward that his week had been filled with a "sense of urgency" and many long nights at the office. Friday night at the team hotel was the longest So, what I gather from this is he can call a good game like he did on saturday. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9616.aspx Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:29:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9616.aspx I hate to ruin all the bliss from the Miami game but this is something I've heard tossed around talk radio since UVA loss to W M. What if Bud Foster gets the call to coach at UVA? How bad would that suck? Would he even do that? ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9613.aspx Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:11:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9613.aspx Your Miami edition of Tailgate Fever - this week the guys stay away from previewing the game and continue lamenting about our offense and the Nebraska game. This is good because they aren't very good at previewing games but still not an amazing read...most everything you've already read here ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9599.aspx Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:06:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9599.aspx Anybody looked at the weather for Saturday??? 60 degrees and 80% chance of rain. Thoughts on this? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9596.aspx Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:33:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9596.aspx Makes me even more pissed that I couldn't watch the game...stupid abc mix up! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9583.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:58:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9583.aspx ON MOTIVATING HIS PLAYERS THIS WEEK: “I put a note up in front of all the defensive kids’ lockers this week. (Had the defense’s rankings the last few years on it.) I said, ‘It’s your responsibility to uphold the tradition we have here.’ I don’t play. There’s guys out there ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9582.aspx Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:54:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9582.aspx The big picture Last season taught us that week 10 was entirely too early to declare the hokies out of the race (let alone week 4) - but this weekend’s game against Miami is as much of a ”must win” that you will ever ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9570.aspx Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:53:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9570.aspx Miami offense vs. Virginia Tech defense• Offensive coordinator Mark Whipple has done an excellent job of generating mismatches for his unit, and sophomore QB Jacory Harris is seeing the field well and using all of his various weapons. WR Travis Benjamin is the speedster of the group and generally works ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9566.aspx Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:58:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9566.aspx Bo Pelini is a total idiot - in fact the only other coach who is dumber is lane kiffin . Here is a quote from Mr> Pelini in an aptly named AP article: Nebraska's Pelini not worried about Va Tech crowd "We talk ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9535.aspx Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:04:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9535.aspx MSN Sports Predications: "It could be the ACC's last stand, it could be the official marking of the re-emergence of a former superpower, or it could just be a game between two very good teams." I think this article is dead on. For VT and the ACC ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9528.aspx Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:18:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9528.aspx You know its game week once you see the TSL football game previews come out from Chris. This week’s write up is excellent as always - but I'm surprised by the confidence by both Chris and Will in a hokie victory. Chris is very critical of nebraska's defense ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9515.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:06:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9515.aspx Nebraska offense vs. Virginia Tech defense• The Cornhuskers do an excellent job of sealing the edge by pulling offensive linemen around the corner and running out of formations that bunch three receivers next to an offensive tackle. Roy Helu Jr. uses his vision and burst to exploit these lanes for ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9512.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:03:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9512.aspx This is the matchup I'm worried most about... Ndamukong Suh... if we can handle him, our running game will be just fine... all these guys, like Ryan Williams or David Wilson needs are a gap and they can get several yards. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9511.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:31:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9511.aspx Martin, who splits time with redshirt senior Cody Grimm at whip linebacker, isn’t naïve. He knows Grimm is faster. This year, Martin really doesn’t know when he’ll get in the game. That’s why he takes every opportunity he’s given to get on the field -- injured or not. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9498.aspx Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:17:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9498.aspx As if cheesy computer graphics animations on the jumbotron during games weren't embarrassing enough - last weekend Cavman proved that he can't even ride his horse... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9474.aspx Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:56:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9474.aspx September 14, 2009BLACKSBURG - The Atlantic Coast Conference announced this afternoon the kickoff times for the games of Sept. 26, which includes Virginia Tech’s home contest against Miami. The Hokies and Hurricanes will kick at 3:30 p.m., and the game will be shown regionally on ABC. The game will also ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9466.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:08:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9466.aspx I have no idea how KLJ is going to fit into our backfield next year with Darren ”Needs no introduction” Evans returning, Ryan "Chuck Norris" Williams and David "Best RB on team" Wilson....not to mention Josh "I should be third string" Oglesby.... ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9461.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:24:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9461.aspx Would rather have the announcers commentary than the music but fun to watch WOW http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9460.aspx Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:23:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9460.aspx Does anyone have any video/link to the Marshall game? I only caught the 1st half and am really anxious to see the Wilson footage. Thanks http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9451.aspx Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:39:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9451.aspx Last week we wrote that the only way we could likely beat Alabama was if they gave us opportunities to win by turning the ball over and not playing their best. We couldn’t have asked for more opportunities. They played poorly, and we should have won that football ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9428.aspx Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:12:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9428.aspx A bit off topic here but it's hard to believe that it's been 8 years since that fateful day. With the economy, an historic election, and CFB season just kicking off it can be hard to remember. I don't think anybody was not connected with somebody from that day. It ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9417.aspx Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:16:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9417.aspx What another great ACC game that was last night. Clemson showed heart and perserverance last night putting up 24 unanswered points after GT put up 24 in the first quarter! While watching the game two things came to mind. GT will try and go for the early kill, but their ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9416.aspx Fri, 11 Sep 2009 06:24:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9416.aspx Last year, Marshall ranked 100th nationally in pass defense, giving up an average of 254 yards passing per game. Herd opponents also threw twice as many TDs (18) as INTs (9). Off opponents' 249 completions against them last season, 139 went for first downs ... 76 of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9402.aspx Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:08:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9402.aspx I don't know about you, but I sense a weird mood with the Virginia Tech fan base. This is nothing scientific and only based on my small sampling of cruising the blogs and forums, but the anti-climax of the Alabama game has left many Hokies with a "where are ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9398.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:07:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9398.aspx Once again, I was reminded just how painful it is to go back and watch a Bryan Stinespring-led offense a second time. God, he is terrible. But I LOVE Ryan Williams - guy is going to be great! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9392.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:02:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9392.aspx Not a ton of surprise here that we dropped, but I'm surprised we dropped as far as we did, 7 spots to #14. There are some other ACC teams in the mix and Miami made their case clear last night. GT's in at # 15. FSU fell out of the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9373.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:00:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9373.aspx Ryan Williams will no longer return punts... and apparently, there was some misscommunication in the secondary. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9366.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:12:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9366.aspx Congratulations to Victor "Macho" Harris, the new starting safety for the Philadelphia Eagles!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9365.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:07:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9365.aspx I’m back to doing off the cuff type posts immediately after Hokie football games, just getting thoughts about the game, players, coaches, opponent, or whatever else out there for you to digest. In these posts last year, they usually ended up being a laundry list of observations about each ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9359.aspx Sun, 06 Sep 2009 23:13:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9359.aspx There were some positives from this game - we know that Ryan Williams can be a gamer, our kicking game/special teams look pretty good and our defense looks solid. But one thing is clear State of the Hokies Every offseason we are going to hear about how ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9349.aspx Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:03:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9349.aspx Some good quotes from several of our players. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9327.aspx Sat, 05 Sep 2009 09:47:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9327.aspx ON HOW OFTEN THE OFFENSE HAS GONE AGAINST A 3-4 DEFENSIVE LOOK FROM THE SCOUT TEAM: “Not since the first day (of camp), but since the second week we’ve mixed in some Alabama defense, going against their coverages and their blitzes.” SERIOUSLY? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9322.aspx Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:41:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9322.aspx It's true, look anywhere. On another note NCST and SCAR's offense's looked horrible, especially the latter's. SCAR should've won that game by 4 or 5 TD's. So if you didn't watch the game don't get worried about the "pack" yet. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9318.aspx Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:03:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9318.aspx You know its game week once you see the TSL preview/predictions appear! I cannot wait. I think both Chris and Will's takes are pretty spot on - the defense should be able to do enough to win the game...it’s up to the offense to produce. VT's offense ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9312.aspx Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:05:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9312.aspx Yeah, TF is back!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9311.aspx Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:55:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9311.aspx Blantly ripped from this weeks edition Bourbon Shots from Gobbler Country - I thought I would tally what notable Tide bloggers are saying about the hokies: Bama Sports Report: In the film room - Virginia Tech The Hokie ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9310.aspx Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:14:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9310.aspx The corners on the upcoming game and the matchup with Julio Jones... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9295.aspx Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:07:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9295.aspx This is good news for Deaderick and the Alabama team... our prayers are with him and the family. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9294.aspx Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:04:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9294.aspx From Darryl Slater's blog: Some shocking news late last night out of Alabama, where Crimson Tide senior defensive end Brandon Deaderick was shot in the arm during a robbery attempt. It seems like Deaderick will be OK, but will he be ready to play in Saturday’s night ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9272.aspx Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:16:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9272.aspx Good read, and an insight on how each coach thinks. Nothing suprising. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9267.aspx Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:53:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9267.aspx Consider this your game week fashion update: Virginia Tech will wear maroon jerseys against Alabama on Saturday, and the Crimson Tide will wear white. The Chick-fil-A College Kickoff committee is asking fans of each team to do the same. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9256.aspx Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:27:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9256.aspx I wait again with cautious optimism. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9250.aspx Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:55:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9250.aspx Wilson, a junior at George Washington High at the time, had worn a shirt and tie to school that day, but he wasn’t dressed up for Hite. He wore his Sunday best to school every day. “I thought he was the classiest kid in the world,” Hite ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9244.aspx Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:19:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9244.aspx I think chemistry is really an underrated thing... we all know what a few cancers "me first" can do to a team. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9237.aspx Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:06:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9237.aspx Makes me excited about Tyrod :) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9236.aspx Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:04:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9236.aspx Up to 10 University of Alabama football players have come down with flu-like symptoms and a few have been quarantined to contain the outbreak and protect their teammates. Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban said Thursday that four or five players have developed the flu and a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9230.aspx Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:35:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9230.aspx A few observations: 1.) Great job on the stats for 1st time QBs that face a Bud Foster defense (Kyle used VT's 1st year in the ACC as a starting point). 2.) ASST. STRENGTH COACH KEITH SHORT, STARTING CENTER IN 1999 Quotes ON THE ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9217.aspx Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:31:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9217.aspx My thoughts go out to these two families. I never knew about the January killings either... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9213.aspx Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:52:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9213.aspx Pretty good break down of how the hokie D fairs against new QB's. One thing is for sure, you can expect an INT, and no more than 3 passing TD's. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9211.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:45:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9211.aspx Take a look at the third scrimmage notes by KT. TT looks to be in a very good shape . The RB's are also looking good. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9203.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:33:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9203.aspx Well this doesn't make me feel any better but it's always fun to read this kind of pro-VT propaganda. Tom Luginbill, the national recruiting director for ESPN's Scouts Inc. gives his take on Ryan Williams and why hokie fans won't miss Darren Evans in 2009: ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9196.aspx Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:33:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9196.aspx This is the most physical group of receivers I think we've ever had in Blacksburg, eh? Xavier Boyce is going to be crazy out there... if we get some good production out of these guys, we have a very good chance against Alabama. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9184.aspx Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:50:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9184.aspx Kyle Tucker notes on the Saturday scrimmage. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9179.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:44:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9179.aspx Another good VT vs. Bama trailer popped up.... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9177.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:01:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9177.aspx Shaney, I guess we aren't getting Beamer on Twitter lol.. this is a good interview... it's nice to see the human side of our coaching staff. ACCSports.com: Do you have an e-mail address? Beamer: *No. Heck, no.( http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9169.aspx Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:38:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9169.aspx A couple of blogs are already reporting this but Matt Waldron is on scholarship now! Let's hope he has the same success as his predecessors. Wang jr (Ed's brother) is out for the year, gonna have shoulder surgery.Bud Foster was extremely pleased with the number 1 defense as was all ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9167.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:29:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9167.aspx An excellent post and summary of Alabama's fall camp from Roll Bama Roll. This post breaks down every aspect of where Alabama stands with about 2 weeks remaining before opening day kickoff in Atlanta. Some quick hits: Unlike the hokies, Alabama remained pretty healthy thru the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9159.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:37:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9159.aspx I did not know that Sean had a chance at the Steelers or the Texas... Favre apparently closed the door on Sean's chance at Minnesota The irony of all of this is that he did have other opportunities. When the draft was over, his agent Lamont Smith, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9153.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:25:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9153.aspx Great interview with Beamer. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9138.aspx Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:32:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9138.aspx Interviews and stats. CFB possibly closing scrimmage number 3 to the public and media for Bama game prep. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9128.aspx Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:39:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9128.aspx I want all Hokies at Byrd!!! :) Single game tickets for the Virginia Tech game might be sold out, but you can try here ... the only way to get tickets now at the University of Maryland is to by a three game flex plan, I think. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9121.aspx Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:35:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9121.aspx vtHokieFans is reporting that Ryan Williams is the new #1 running back on our team and the depth chart on beamerball concurs - here's the latest: Ryan Williams David Wilson Zac Evans Tony Gregory Josh Oglesby/Darren Evans (Injured) We've all ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9117.aspx Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:35:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9117.aspx Good timing for the family...I hate people like this. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9099.aspx Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:53:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9099.aspx First, I am thinking that Luckett's days are numbered as a Hokie. Second, I really feel bad for Vince Hall... I hope he finds a home as a graduate assistant with Virginia Tech and as a future coach somewhere... he'd be good. And, third, this little nugget of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9094.aspx Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:11:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9094.aspx ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9089.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:53:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9089.aspx Me thinks he will play on Sept 5th but if not it will be a blow to Alabama's defense - Upshaw had been one of the more promising up-and-coming players this preseason for Alabama and was competing for a starting linebacker position http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9082.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:41:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9082.aspx The boys had a mini scrimmage yesterday to iron out which backups are gonna go to Atl and decide on a back up QB. Although it was dampened by rain that moved through the area it was productive. CFB said Thomas and Ju-Ju both had a good turn out and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9079.aspx Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:34:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9079.aspx Scott Van Pelt interviews Frank Beamer... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9077.aspx Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:57:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9077.aspx Here is the piece talking about Oglesby's foot. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9059.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:25:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9059.aspx Not a ton of information here (as the entire blog post is like 100 words): As you know, Virginia Tech true freshman running back David Wilson—who is competing to replace the injured Darren Evans and is on track to play this season—sprained his left shoulder in Saturday’s ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9051.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:22:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9051.aspx Here’s an interesting Darren Evans stat: He had 33 carries last season that started inside his own 20-yard line – deep in the Hokies’ own territory, in other words – on the losing end of the field position battle. On those carries, he gained 280 yards. That ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9049.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:06:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9049.aspx The attached Richmond Times article gives me strong reservations about Ryan Williams. I had an immediate flash back to Kevin Jones after reading Ryan Williams comments about running "his way". Talent is not a problem with these two guys, but selfishness and arrogance is a huge problem. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9024.aspx Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:02:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9024.aspx Looks like it was a good and productive scrimmage. Some interesting things said about David Wilson, Hite compares him to Reggie Bush. Enjoy the read. And oh yea, I still prefer Kyle Tucker, lol. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9021.aspx Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:21:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9021.aspx Who do you think is selling the ring? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9012.aspx Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:17:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9012.aspx I am surprised by this too - that is all http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9006.aspx Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:38:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.9006.aspx DE JASON WORILDS ON D-COORDINATOR BUD FOSTER COMPARING HIM TO A COMBO OF DARRYL TAPP AND COREY MOORE: “Um ... that’s ... um ... high praise. I’m ... um ... proud. I put a lot of hard work into this, but I know I have a lot of hard ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8980.aspx Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:13:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8980.aspx "It's finally hit him now that he understands he's going to miss this season, but obviously he was a basketcase the other night, and of course so was I," Hite said. "He worked so hard this summer, he was in great shape, he's weighing 218 and he looks like he's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8978.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:55:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8978.aspx Good for MV7.. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8977.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:55:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8977.aspx Interesting... things are getting fun in the 'burg. Not sure how I feel about this. About an hour ago, an update on the Web site of Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer announced that freshman Logan Thomas is now tied with redshirt freshman Joseph “Ju-Ju” Clayton (Hermitage High) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8971.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:44:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8971.aspx The bad news - Darren Evans won't get a medical redshirt in 2009 and could head to the NFL after this year (something he has said he will do to support his family) The good news - even after this year he still has two years of eligibility left ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8953.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:14:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8953.aspx Reason for optimism... Norm Woods tell us the we lived through an experience like this before with Lee Suggs when he tore his ACL.. then Kevin Jones came in... and the rest is history... hopefully, we have the same story with one of our capable backup RBs. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8937.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:26:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8937.aspx Let’s rewind back to last spring when the Hokies booted Brandon Ore off their squad. This was perceived as a big deal at the time. Kenny Lewis and Jahre Cheeseman were the only other running backs with experience. Lewis tore his Achilles tendon midway through the 2008 season. Cheesman was ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8935.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:15:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8935.aspx Kyle Tucker’s post does contain a nice update with a snapshot of the kicking competition....but reading Mike Goforth's comments about Darren Evan's knee injury (a day before he blew it out) just makes me sick http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8933.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:44:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8933.aspx Man this just sucks. No matter how good our backups are, I am pretty sure everyone wanted DE in that Alabama game (and every other game this season). With the word of Ryan Williams failing his conditioning test, I hope David Wilson is ready to ball. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8910.aspx Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:10:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8910.aspx Evans suffers torn ACL in practiceTailback lost for the seasonAugust 11, 2009 BLACKSBURG – Redshirt sophomore tailback Darren Evans of the Virginia Tech football team will miss the 2009 season after suffering a torn ACL in his left knee Tuesday in practice. Head athletic trainer Mike Goforth had ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8902.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:35:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8902.aspx This is another one of these good stories where we have a guy who was probably going to be a future tight end, but he moves to a position of high need on the team. Kudos to Drager... we need unselfish people on the team... I think our team ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8890.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:56:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8890.aspx Sounds like Marcus Davis wants to be the heir apparent in the Wild Turkey role :) Stiney also had an interesting quote... ON QB COACH MIKE O’CAIN SAYING HE’S NOT REAL CONFIDENT AT THE MOMENT IN JU-JU CLAYTON AT BACK-UP QB: “That’s a great honest answer. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8887.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:24:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8887.aspx There won't be any shortage of national exposure for the Chick-fil-A College Kickoff matchup between Alabama and Virginia Tech on Sept. 5. For the second consecutive season, ESPN's College GameDay will begin the college season on location in Atlanta. The show will originate from Centennial Olympic Park beginning at ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8880.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:51:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8880.aspx And it's justified... sounds like a class kid on and off the field... "I saw Wilson chase down a ball one day this summer and it was incredible," senior cornerback Stephan Virgil recalled. "I saw him hit another gear while he was already in fifth gear! He ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8862.aspx Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:38:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8862.aspx "Bama, they're going to win big over them," Coleman, an Alabama graduate and Tuscaloosa resident, said Sunday as he watched practice at Bryant-Denny Stadium. "It's SEC teams I get worried about. Any Southeastern team is tough. "ACC, they're a little soft." Looks like we ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8861.aspx Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:35:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8861.aspx Check out who's at #5. I think it's expected and that this is a reasonable ranking. College Football Live was talking up VT last night talking about how we're the sleepers in the top 10. Can you be a sleeper in the top 10. Regardless, I'm stoked. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8813.aspx Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:37:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8813.aspx Nothing really to note on of importance except they do two a days and we don't. Beamer said we would rather have one great practice than 2 good ones. The logic being it gives the coaches more time in the film room. Call me old school but two a days ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8810.aspx Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:05:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8810.aspx Helllll ya! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8807.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:55:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8807.aspx Even more camp news. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8805.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:00:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8805.aspx More camp news. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8804.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:58:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8804.aspx Kyle Tucker is back. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8803.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:56:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8803.aspx So, can we exploit any of the issues? What say you? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8781.aspx Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:14:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8781.aspx While their high school classmates enjoyed the leisure of July, Exum and his fellow freshmen experienced a scaled-down version of a college football player's hectic schedule: two-hour study halls at 9 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., lifting and running shoehorned from 1 to 3, informal drills on the practice field after ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8758.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:44:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8758.aspx By deciding to stay in school for his senior year, Sergio Render knew there was a chance to become a potential first-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. But the former Newnan football standout also knew that by leaving early, he wouldn't have a chance to contribute ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8757.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:39:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8757.aspx *You have to combine the hype the Hokies are receiving with the fact they won their last four games of 2008, the length of college football's off-season and the opener with Alabama. All those elements come together to make the wait for Sept. 5 unbearable. Virginia Tech is facing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8754.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:11:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8754.aspx If ya'll go to beamerball.com's home page they have some results on summer condtioning as well as in the free beamer blog also found on the home page. You don't need to log on to view this information. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8752.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:34:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8752.aspx So I picked up the PS3 version a couple of days ago and I have some issues. Ryan Williams is not on the game...at least not as #34 as Darren Evans is the starter who is a beast I might add and KLjr is #2 on the depth chart. The ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8730.aspx Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:48:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8730.aspx "Everybody's lifting harder, running faster," Virginia Tech safety Kam Chancellor said. "We're a more focused team." I've often thought in years past that this team, at least offensively and in game prep lacked focus and intensity. Starting with the OB prep last year hopefully we've turned things around. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8718.aspx Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:37:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8718.aspx Stories of dirty play. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8713.aspx Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:56:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8713.aspx I had a little write up to go along with this. The only problem is, I find myself speaking out of both sides of my mouth. I just hope this year the proof is in the pudding. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8691.aspx Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:04:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8691.aspx Great story on Greg Boone... could turn out to be a first team All-American at Tight End... and has the versatility to play in the wildcat formation... all it took was a little time. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8690.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:45:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8690.aspx So, we have our 2011 opponent... Arkansas State from the Sun Belt... they run a spread offense. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8689.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:27:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8689.aspx Okay, so article writer dude thinks the Marshall game is a trap... what say you? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8681.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:03:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8681.aspx How about this? Alabama's 2nd largest newspaper is picking Virginia Tech to beat Alabama. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8680.aspx Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:00:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8680.aspx Because football season can't come soon enough. I predict they win 4 of these games. What do you think? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8674.aspx Fri, 24 Jul 2009 16:34:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8674.aspx I blatantly stole this link from Gobbler Country - but either way this truly is a must read This is an excellent breakdown of the x's and o's behind Bud Foster's defense by Chris Brown from Smart Football - starting with our original 4-4 and how it's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8665.aspx Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:59:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8665.aspx Welcome to the Hokie Nation, Chase Williams!! Virginia Tech's football team picked up its sixth oral commitment in 10 days Thursday when Loudon County linebacker Chase Williams chose the Hokies over scholarship offers from Miami and West Virginia and interest from the likes of Penn State and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8660.aspx Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:14:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8660.aspx Would be really freaking awesome if this is true - but can't they just let us have one year with an easy schedule? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8638.aspx Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:09:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8638.aspx 'The versatile quarterback (738 rushing yards, 7 TD, 99-of-173 passing, 1,036 yards, 2 TD, 7 INT) has proven his worth with his legs, but his arm needs to improve dramatically if Virginia Tech is to break the double-digit win threshold. Taylor’s top weapons are back at wideout in Danny Coale ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8629.aspx Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:40:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8629.aspx 19 Jason Worilds, DE, Virginia Tech. 21 Darren Evans, RB, Virginia Tech. I am glad to see ACC RBs representing well. All three of those RBs are pretty even IMO. Jason would be ranked higher if he didn't play the entire year ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8628.aspx Tue, 21 Jul 2009 09:30:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8628.aspx Pretty interesting article, although it is not Hokie focused, they did manage to get two quotes from Bud in there. I enjoyed this read, really puts some things in perspective. "I think it's here to stay," Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster said. "I don't think it's a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8625.aspx Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:26:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8625.aspx We are getting closer to Hokie football pre-season practice and the start of the 2009 season. But in the meantime, it’s still about getting through the long, dry sports season. So this post has another conversation starting “rankings” theme. This time we rank the 2009-10 Virginia Tech ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8614.aspx Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:14:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8614.aspx BourbonStreet is up to game 8 and there isn't much I can argue with here. Everyone has been saying all offseason that their defense can be scary good this year and I agree that TJ Yates is the real deal (he's just been injured too much so most fans ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8597.aspx Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:03:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8597.aspx Good article on T-moble at Peyton's camp. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8589.aspx Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:31:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8589.aspx Another Fuller picks Virginia Tech :) Welcome to the Hokie Nation, Kyle!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8586.aspx Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:25:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8586.aspx I love seeing us add to our depth at RB, this is a solid pickup. This is the second commitment I have heard of after Saturdays camp.. any others? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8583.aspx Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:33:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8583.aspx 'Virginia Tech at East Carolina, Nov. 5: Those pesky Pirates got the No. 17-ranked Hokies last year in a 27-22 win in Charlotte, N.C., so it is possible, especially considering the Hokies were one of two BCS teams East Carolina beat last year to start the season. ECU won the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8565.aspx Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:42:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8565.aspx I'm personally a big fan of Tony, love reading his articles. 'TONY’S PICKS Virginia Tech: Yes, the Hokies have to go to Georgia Tech on Oct. 17 and anything could happen there. But if QB Tyrod Taylor stays healthy and RB Darren Evans (who set an ACC record ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8547.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:26:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8547.aspx Pretty good read from GC with some quotes from BF. It truly is a chess match watching these two go at it! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8545.aspx Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:16:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8545.aspx Article from Stewart Mandel who is finally back for the summer up until college football starts... and I say Amen to his piece. Everyone knows Virginia Tech is returning almost everyone. Everyone also knows Virginia Tech has one of the best coaching staffs in college football. But ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8538.aspx Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:46:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8538.aspx Saw this video pop up on YouTube about a week or so ago; its a good one; I'm personally a big fan of the soundtrack.. Check it out! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8523.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:00:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8523.aspx Gobbler Country is fanning the flames and predicts that the hokies will return to Washington, DC (fedex field?) in 2010 and 2011 for a "made-for-TV" game. The Hokies have made it a habit of playing on a neutral field in regular season games of late. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8516.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:30:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8516.aspx first i got an old video of mine and added even more from his freshman and sophmore year http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8509.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:09:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8509.aspx *Alabama can glean encouragement from its season-opening opponent, Virginia Tech. Last season, the Hokies won the ACC title despite ranking 90th in the nation in scoring offense. Coach Frank Beamer's Hokies compensated by holding 10 opponents to fewer than 20 points. "Maybe the best coaching job in the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8505.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:58:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8505.aspx Ok, I understand that some people are going to be butt hurt that we'll be ranked possibly in the top 10 this year come AUG/SEP. But, for heaven sakes if you're going to hate on us for something that is totally out of our control at least represent a school ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8504.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:16:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8504.aspx Thomas was the state Group AA Player of the Year in football, first-team all-state in basketball and the Region III track and field athlete of the year, though he didn't pick up a discus or attempt to clear a hurdle until just two years ago. ..... ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8493.aspx Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:16:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8493.aspx Virginia Tech's football team yesterday welcomed 16 of the 20 incoming freshmen who signed letters of intent in February. They will start classes today for the second session of summer school and participate in a weight-lifting and conditioning regimen before preseason practices begins Aug. 6. Also joining ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8492.aspx Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:13:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8492.aspx I was wandering around the site and i found a link to the actual broadcasts of the games, if you wanna see how amazing David Wilson is you can watch the whole games here, they haven't put the Gold Medal game against Canada up yet but you can watch the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8487.aspx Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:08:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8487.aspx A Kyle Tucke sighting :) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8480.aspx Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:02:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8480.aspx David Wilson rushed for a combined 425 yards and eight touchdowns during the course of three games and was named the Most Valuable Player of the International Federation of American Football Junior World Championship as he helped the United States win the gold medal game on Sunday. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8479.aspx Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:00:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8479.aspx http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D9B28LjQGQ http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8465.aspx Sun, 05 Jul 2009 04:46:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8465.aspx I LOVE our current running backs and can't wait to see Darren Evans bowling more turtles and Ryan Williams making defenders crap themselves...but I have to admit I think have a bigger man crush on David Wilson. Everything I’ve read about the kid is glowing and today’s article about ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8447.aspx Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:21:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8447.aspx From the Charlotte Observer College Recruiting Blog: South Stanly defensive end Justin Taylor has committed to Virginia Tech, picking the Hokies over fellow finalist N.C. State. “He’s only played one year of football,” said South Stanly coach Luke Little this evening. “He’s real raw. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8444.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:13:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8444.aspx If you want a great primer of the Alabama defensive philosophy - check out this amazing blog post. It covers all the high level x's and o's of Bama's defensive strategy and even quotes directly from his LSU defensive playbooks. A really, really enjoyable read http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8434.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:10:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8434.aspx Matt Arkema, a 6-foot-3, 280-pound offensive lineman from Midlothian High School, has become the 10th football player to commit to Virginia Tech for 2010. ....... Arkema was rated the No. 26 prospect in the state by Virginia Preps in ratings posted last week. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8424.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:57:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8424.aspx Virginia Tech recruit David Wilson rushed for four touchdowns and Western Michigan recruit Brian Fields rushed for two touchdowns to lead the Americans on offense. ''I was motivated to have a great game, but nothing like this,'' said Wilson, who rushed for 181 yards on 12 carries. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8422.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:51:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8422.aspx One of the greatest previews of our seaon that I've seen this year :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8415.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:13:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8415.aspx I generally never post stuff from HD, but here's a good feature on the new talent we have at linebacker (Jake Johnson and new starter, B. Rivers), plus the lunch pail man, Cody Grimm. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8404.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:26:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8404.aspx Enjoy! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8399.aspx Sun, 28 Jun 2009 12:55:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8399.aspx Heather Dinich finished her Counting down the ACC's top 30 players series today naming C.J. Spiller the best player in the ACC. The good news for hokie fans - the hokies had two players in the top 10: No. 4 Jason Worilds, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8385.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:24:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8385.aspx Wow, it keeps getting more and more ridiculous. It's like FSU and UF are competing against each other to see who's the biggest bunch of thugs. Quality. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8358.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:58:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8358.aspx furrer4heisman asks a very good question and tosses out some good numbers: Darren Evans rushed for 1,200 yards last year but needed 287 carries to do it (led the ACC in rushing attempts by 78) Evans received 71. 9 percent of the 399 carries given to running ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8356.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:03:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8356.aspx It's gonna be rocking in Hotlanta come 5 September http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8353.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:44:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8353.aspx Great story on Drew Weaver... for a while, he was leading the entire U.S. Open... AS AN AMATEUR!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8333.aspx Sun, 21 Jun 2009 10:32:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8333.aspx Pete Fiutak, the senior staff writer at CollegeFootballNews.com , has the Virginia Tech Hokies as his #2 most overrated team. What is your opinion? 2. Virginia Tech - Unless there's some semblance of a passing game unearthed over the next two months, the Hokies are ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8327.aspx Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:37:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8327.aspx To be honest I haven't been paying too much attention to Josh at the 49ers minicamp - but it appears he has had a tremendous offseason: The San Francisco 49ers currently have an abundance of wide receivers, but Josh Morgan is beginning to take the reins as ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8320.aspx Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:12:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8320.aspx ...both his country and his college! Nothing like the dog days of summer to make you jump on any VT news, especially from HD. I can't even watch the U.S. Open because of rain...Oh well, at least their is still the CWS http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8316.aspx Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:43:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8316.aspx It was so great seeing a hokie wr do well in the NFL last year - I watched a few Denver games and loved watching Eddie grab balls and fight for yards in route to setting Denver Bronco rookie receiving records with 91 receptions, 980 receiving yards, 1,089 total yards ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8308.aspx Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:40:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8308.aspx A little more political than most things on this site, but worth looking at. Pretty much the guy's retiring because of the hardships facing the university and he doesn't think he can handle it. I'm wondering how much this has to do with the athlete scandal ripping apart a ton ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8306.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:48:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8306.aspx As a fan I loved seeing VT in the ACCCG and winning the last two! As a fan of a team in the ACC I was down right embarrassed to see empty stadiums. Granted times are tight, and VT and BC aren't exactly know for their high octane offenses it ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8305.aspx Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:25:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8305.aspx a good little article and a high ranking for the Hokies "Today we continue the countdown of Lindy’s 2009 Preseason Top 25 with a look at team ranked No. 5—Virginia Tech. Offense:The problems of 2008 — an inconsistent line, inexperience at the skill positions and a quarterback situation ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8297.aspx Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:45:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8297.aspx "Wiles’ gregarious personality, his non-stop motor, his drive to succeed and his knack to teach and communicate with kids have made him a winner in the living room and on the football field. And he’s the first to admit coaching at Tech beats selling widgets. “It’s funny how things ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8290.aspx Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:25:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8290.aspx An extremely detailed CFN Preview of the 2009 Virginia Tech football team http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8285.aspx Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:20:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8285.aspx Mouseketeer Heather Dinich has awarded Sergio Render the award of the 25th best player in the ACC: He's experienced, strong and powerful, and those three attributes help Render get movement at the point of attack, which is one of his assents in the run game and helps ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8279.aspx Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:05:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8279.aspx Virginia Tech got a big commitment with Brookville DE Zach McCray. In reading his interviews, his reasons for choosing Virginia Tech are the ones Hokie Fans would expect of all recruits. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8274.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:53:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8274.aspx The Hokies have been getting recognized for their OOC scheduling a couple of times this week. This is the latest article. (This is also posted on the front page of the ESPN cfb page as well) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8269.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:29:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8269.aspx I've always been proud of the number of family members VT seems to land - for all the reasons stated in the article: More often than not, if a player is offered and a family member plays or played for the Hokies, they too end up signing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8266.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:18:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8266.aspx An ex-minor league baseball player who got cut still seems to be a good pick-up for the Eagles considering their QB situation. He has my blessing. Hopefully they'll be more competitive this year with him if he has what it takes to start. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8264.aspx Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:59:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8264.aspx Maybe we can meet the College Gameday crew :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8248.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:14:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8248.aspx Amen, brother... I do know that we have some future games scheduled with Ohio State and Wisconsin... but I'd love to go to a game in Minny. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8246.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:09:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8246.aspx This is soooooo awesome... we are having a BANNER YEAR on the recruiting scenne. Virginia Tech's first of two rising senior camps this summer has already paid major dividends, as the Hokies received an oral commitment Saturday from Brookville defensive end Zack McCray. The ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8245.aspx Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:04:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8245.aspx Just noticed this tidbit from HDs blog on espn-- didn't see it mentioned here on the site anywhere. 'Virginia Tech AD Jim Weaver has been named the winner of the 2009 John L. Toner Award presented annually by the National Football Foundation College Hall of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8214.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:00:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8214.aspx I love hearing talk like this. During the season this it what it all boils down to. It don't matter to an extent who your QB is, who the HC is...it comes to who wants it the most and that can't be coached. Stay hungry boys and go get what's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8213.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:54:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8213.aspx Made another Video for you guys http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCHvTFfCN0k http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8210.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:15:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8210.aspx A recent poll got me thinking about 2010 and I figured I would throw together a quick post to break down what the hokies should look like next year. Baring a monster season - most VT fans can expect starting QB Tyrod Taylor to return for his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8206.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:30:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8206.aspx Whoda thunk a senile retired NFL broadcaster could own a half-decent talent in the NFL. I absolutely suck at sports video games ever since Tecmo Football, but I found his funny/interesting. D-Hall is pissed about his rating having the biggest drop on Madden this year. It dropped 25 points. Jim ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8197.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:56:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8197.aspx Here is a bet - you won't be seeing BC win half their games this year. A week or two after losing their best defensive player - Boston College is now losing the only QB on their roster who has taken a snap in a college football game as ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8190.aspx Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:37:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8190.aspx I'm rooting for Sean... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8176.aspx Sun, 31 May 2009 16:52:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8176.aspx I know we've had a lot of articles on the site about Mark Herzlick, but I really think the kid's a class act... and I thought this article from Tom Dienhart was good. Here are some quotes below: "It was a shock, obviously," Herzlich said. "When we ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8174.aspx Sat, 30 May 2009 23:18:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8174.aspx A little humor in Illinois Hokie's post... but it's cool... Rivals responded to an e-mail from FBS. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8172.aspx Sat, 30 May 2009 23:08:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8172.aspx Guys, I didn't know this, but Lee Corso had a minor stroke... the Hokie Nation loves Lee Corso... I think he said that God is a Hokie... I hope he recovers swiftly. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8171.aspx Sat, 30 May 2009 23:06:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8171.aspx NICE!!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8133.aspx Sat, 23 May 2009 18:33:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8133.aspx ESPN has updated their 2009 football schedule with the kickoff time for the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game on Sept. 5 and we now officially know that the hokies first game of the season will be a Saturday night prime time game - kicking off at 8:00 PM. Can....not......wait http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8123.aspx Thu, 21 May 2009 14:44:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8123.aspx A decent article by Chadiha and Walker discussing Vick's future in the NFL, the most likely role he will play on a team (whether QB or another position), and the impact he could make on a team in the first year. Let's hope for the best. He's been through ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8111.aspx Wed, 20 May 2009 13:29:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8111.aspx Jimmy Williams cut... but there are many NFL teams that could use a player his size... hope he gets picked up somewhere, oh, like my Minnesota Vikings. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8100.aspx Tue, 19 May 2009 12:10:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8100.aspx Interesting take from the Lincoln, NE newspaper on the Hokies. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8099.aspx Tue, 19 May 2009 12:09:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8099.aspx Nothing like going to rivals.com and seeing your coach on the front page! Their is alot of awesome games on sep 5th but obviously their is only one that I'm looking forward to. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8083.aspx Sun, 17 May 2009 13:28:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8083.aspx Barnes said an officer in a special DUI enforcement unit stopped Smith's vehicle on Interstate 264 at about 1:42 a.m. He said he didn't know how fast Smith was driving in the 55 mph zone, but it must have been less than 75 mph or he would have been charged ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8082.aspx Fri, 15 May 2009 23:47:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8082.aspx Dr Saturday knows his stuff and I enjoy reading his blog from time to time even if I don't care about 80% of the teams he writes about... In this article he breaks down the 2009 Alabama Crimson Tide and I agree 100% with his take: the defense is ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8080.aspx Fri, 15 May 2009 12:41:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8080.aspx Mark Herzlich has been diagnosed with cancer, and will return to Pennsylvania to be with his family indefinetly. Certainly horrible news for any football player to receive. I hated Herzlich tearing up our O-Line this year but wish him a speedy recovery. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8077.aspx Thu, 14 May 2009 15:31:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8077.aspx Read the blog after the article. It's actually pretty funny. And, it makes you wonder how good this guy really is. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8070.aspx Wed, 13 May 2009 00:27:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8070.aspx Florida is a dominant #1 (all but two #1 votes) - doesn't mean anything but i'm always happy to see hokie propaganda with VT clocking in at #7 on average http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8061.aspx Tue, 12 May 2009 12:44:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8061.aspx Just a different look at the defensive stats last year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8057.aspx Tue, 12 May 2009 00:46:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8057.aspx Alabama: John Parker Wilson did a fine job as the Tide’s starter last season – for what he didn’t do. The Tide went 12-2 because Wilson didn’t make mistakes. The flipside, of course, is that he didn’t make many big plays, either. Still, he did what he was asked by ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8052.aspx Mon, 11 May 2009 13:06:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8052.aspx Good news for the hokies as the 2010 recruiting class almost doubled in the last two days as we welcome 3 new recruits to the Hokie nation: Ricardo Young QB - Washington DC - a three star recruit that choose the hokies over offers from West Virginia, Maryland ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8033.aspx Fri, 08 May 2009 11:48:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8033.aspx Apparently TT and Kam's images were used in a promotional thingy for this party/event in Hampton. The pics were probably used without permission so I wouldn't sweat to much. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8027.aspx Wed, 06 May 2009 20:20:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8027.aspx I only watched two Alabama games last year but in both games Julio Jones seemed like the only viable option at wr for bama. The bad news is that Jones is expected to be back for fall practice but sports hernia's can be nagging injuries...we'll have to watch and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8025.aspx Wed, 06 May 2009 12:38:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8025.aspx Dyrell Roberts!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8016.aspx Mon, 04 May 2009 13:15:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8016.aspx Roberts lookin for another good year http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8012.aspx Sun, 03 May 2009 12:51:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8012.aspx It's ridiculous how much BCS proponents say that a playoff is unrealistic and potentially harmful to college football. You know what's harmful to college football? Having 7,000 bowl games each year. They just don't seem as important with so many when some piece of crap team finds it's way into ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8004.aspx Fri, 01 May 2009 12:34:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.8004.aspx Tech coming in at #5 behind: Florida Texas Oklahoma USC Alabama ranked at #10 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7996.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:51:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7996.aspx So is HD just on a recent VT high from her recent campus visit? Are all of these VT articles just products of a slow off season? Is it because the rest of the ACC is deathly boring, and we pull more people at our spring game than ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7989.aspx Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:32:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7989.aspx Four Virginia Tech players had signed NFL free-agent contracts as of midafternoon Monday. DE Orion Martin (Miami) QB Sean Glennon (Minnesota) C Ryan Shuman (Green Bay) FB Devin Perez (Cincinnati) Congrats to all four hokies ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7985.aspx Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:02:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7985.aspx Will Stewart's point in this blog post is right on by me: (As only one VT senior was drafted over the weekend) The Hokies won the ACC and the Orange Bowl last season, with almost no NFL-level senior talent. The Cincinnati Bearcat team that ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7981.aspx Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:58:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7981.aspx Well yesterday i had a great time at the spring game so i thought i'd just share what i saw. I think our offense is going to be very good this year. Tyrod started out shaky but to me it seemed that he wasn't playing with all first team ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7963.aspx Sun, 26 Apr 2009 13:40:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7963.aspx It was bound to happen...none look to bad except for prince, just a couple out for the spring game. 4/20/09 - The Injury Bug Begins to BiteHere’s the latest from Blacksburg Unfortunately, what was a rather “injury free” spring is no longer the case. The injuries began during ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7927.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:24:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7927.aspx The 2010 recruiting class is off to a great start with the hokies landing two top players in the state. Mark Shuman joins defensive tackle Nick Acree as the #3 and #4 prospects in VA that have chosen VT. Both are likely to be four star recruits when ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7924.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:14:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7924.aspx Know thy enemy: Alabama A-Day game highlights You may notice a few differences between Alabama's spring game and our spring game this weekend - most notably the absence of the espn broadcasting crew and about 60k fans... Either way we learned a few things from Alabama’s spring: ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7921.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:29:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7921.aspx A good blog post by mouseketeer Tim Griffin – focusing on a wrap-up of Nebraska’s spring. For those of you not paying attention – lots has changed since we played Nebraska last season: All Nebraska QB Joe Ganz (who holds like every Nebraska qb record) graduated leaving ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7916.aspx Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:54:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7916.aspx Good interview with Bruce a former Hokie and currently the Steelers OC. Also interviews with Torrian Gray and Curt Newsome regarding the last scrimmage. 4/20/09 - Nice to Have Bruce Back in Blacksburg!Here's our conversation with Bruce Arians Did you know? Bruce Arians was Virginia Tech's starting ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7914.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2009 18:52:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7914.aspx “I think we’ve got to make a hard and fast decision and live with that decision, because you keep trying to get both of them work and neither of them can get as good as they need to be. Both of them continue to get better, but you’re not improving ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7913.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:56:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7913.aspx Posted on the front page of ESPN's College Football section, Heather Dinich talks about Darren Evan's, his big year last year, and the expectations for him this year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7911.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:02:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7911.aspx In a move widely expected after Ju-Ju started to pull away from Marcus Davis in the last week: Virginia Tech head football coach Frank Beamer announced Monday that redshirt freshman Joseph “Ju-Ju” Clayton has been named the No. 2 quarterback for the Hokies’ football team. Redshirt freshman ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7908.aspx Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:14:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7908.aspx 4/18/09 - Scrimmage #4 Bryan Stinespring - Offensive Coordinator Tight Ends "Greg Boone was solid. He graded 80% with 3 catches for 31 yards and a touchdown. We want to get the ball to him a lot. He needed to finish some blocks and stay physical ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7903.aspx Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:55:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7903.aspx Well, no interceptions were thrown. No FG'S were missed, and we scored some TD'S in some red zone situations so I think it was a decent turnout. Except Jaymes Brooks, the back up turned starter O-lineman from the Bowl game was hurt and will probably miss the rest of spring ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7900.aspx Sat, 18 Apr 2009 23:25:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7900.aspx I am not a huge HD fan, but I was surprised when I clicked on her blog and saw 4-5 posts in a row all about VT.. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7891.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:32:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7891.aspx Interview with LB and possible starter Jake Johnson with lots of personal tidbits. Definitely worth a read for members of the hokie faithful http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7888.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:57:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7888.aspx Ranking the ACC's 2009 non-conference schedules 1 - Virginia Tech: Alabama (in Atlanta); Marshall; Nebraska; at East Carolina. Ambitious doesn't begin to describe. Only Marshall, 4-8 last season, resembles a break. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7887.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:53:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7887.aspx Oscar Smith quarterback Phillip Sims, one of the nation's most highly regarded quarterbacks in the Class of 2010, verbally committed to the University of Alabama on Wednesday night... Among the many schools recruiting Sims were Georgia, Clemson, Tennessee, South Carolina, Florida State, Virginia and Virginia Tech. Another ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7880.aspx Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:40:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7880.aspx Some sloppy work out there today, mainly from the new guys though especially QB. These guys need to come around quickly the saying you're only one play away from being "The Guy" holds especially true when you're backing up TT. 4/15/09 - Hokies Sloppy In Scrimmage WorkHere's the latest ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7878.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2009 21:29:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7878.aspx Nice story about Cris Hill. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7877.aspx Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:22:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7877.aspx Beamer and co focused on the backup quarterbacks and the passing game in the hokies first full scrimmage on Friday and the offense saw a number of big plays: Tyrod Taylor threw a 62 yard TD pass to Danny Coale, who slipped past Cris Hill Ryan ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7868.aspx Sat, 11 Apr 2009 11:48:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7868.aspx Pedrhaps it's the Crown, or perhaps it's the footage from beamer vision but RY Will is phenomonal!!! Keep in mind that some of this is against the 2nd string D. I wish I could post those videos on here for all to see. Here is the play by play commentary ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7867.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:52:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7867.aspx Watching this video will get any Hokie fan's blood pumping! Check them all out, they are incredible! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7857.aspx Fri, 10 Apr 2009 01:07:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7857.aspx Coach hite is happier than a pig in shit right now with his RB'S. I really think we're going to see alot out of all three (DE, Ogelsby, and Ry Will) through out the year, Who knows how KLJ will be after full recovery. Meanwhile, Coach Wiles isn't so ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7854.aspx Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:35:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7854.aspx Looks like we're going to have an athletic O-line with some depth.Josh Oglesby is turning into a Monster as is Jake JohnsonWhip and Rover are going to be awesome as usual 4/6/09 - No Time To Fight The WindHere's the latest from Blacksburg BeamerBall.com: We understand you were ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7849.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:23:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7849.aspx Following the Hokies' 20-7 victory over Cincinnati in the Jan. 1 Orange Bowl, Taylor returned home to Hampton and spent the next two weeks of semester break ironing out perhaps the only technical flaw in his well-tuned game. "I went back and watched old film, actually from my high ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7832.aspx Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:53:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7832.aspx Ok, I hope I don't offend anyone with this video since Hitler is portrayed in it however, this is FUNNY as shit!!! I've seen the CU/SCAR version just never one about our boys. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7817.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:02:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7817.aspx Some quick quotes from the first day of practice about the backup quarterback position - nothing earth shattering but you get to hear a quick summary of the battle for the #2 QB spot, about the correct spelling of Ju-Ju's name and some good quotes from Marcus Davis. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7813.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:00:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7813.aspx Interview with Beamer about the first day of practice and his thoughts, although not very many on the QB's and WR's. Curt Newsome on the O-line as well. Frank Beamer - Head Coach "Ragged. Just ragged. But, that's really not all that surprising. We have two brand new ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7809.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:40:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7809.aspx Not terribly news-worthy, but I'm curious if anyone has an estimated figure somewhere of just how much cash this schmuck lost. Any idea? At least him and his brother probably got a family discount for using the same lawyer multiple times. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7806.aspx Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:28:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7806.aspx Not sure if ya'll are aware of this but if you go to beamerball.com they have a new addition called beamerblog which is free. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7797.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:19:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7797.aspx What's up fellow fans? Sorry I've been out of the net, I was out of town with work. I have here some coordinator and postion coach speak regarding the spring practices as well as interviews from John Graves and Greg Nosal about their postion changes. I expect alot more to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7796.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:17:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7796.aspx Lots more examples of quality breakdowns of the VT-Bama game - god i love these! One of the our coaches seriously needs to start collecting these and post them 5 a day thru spring practice Saint Nick: "The only people that will “hit the ground ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7795.aspx Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:25:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7795.aspx Nice to get some good news on Davon Morgan. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7790.aspx Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:05:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7790.aspx The 2 deep for spring practice has been announced: Offense X Jarrett Boykin, Austin Fuller LT Ed Wang, Nick Becton LG Greg Nosal, Will Alvarez C Beau Warren, Michael Via | Richard Graham RG Jaymes Brooks, Vinston Painter RT Blake ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7783.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:53:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7783.aspx Virginia Tech CB Victor ‘Macho’ Harris (5-foot-11 1/8, 197 pounds) does not have the fastest straight-line speed of those in this year’s defensive back class, but he relies on his quickness. He posted a senstational 4.0-second short shuttle at the Hokies’ pro day on Thursday. This ran a 3.98-second short ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7770.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:44:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7770.aspx Appears we have a stud coming in named David Wilson :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7769.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:41:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7769.aspx Sorry I've been out of pocket for a while... I've spent more time following Hokie Men's Hoops (and the beat down that Baylor gave us in the 2nd round of the NIT). This must be old news, but I'm posting it anyway because I haven't been here and it's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7768.aspx Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:38:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7768.aspx Yup, in Bristol this weekend, also info from the Pro Day, and 2008 award winners and interview with Jake Johnson. Football News Update - 3/19/09 Beamer Gets Behind The Wheel In BristolHere's our conversation with Coach Frank Beamer BeamerBall.com Note: The field of professional drivers and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7762.aspx Fri, 20 Mar 2009 21:14:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7762.aspx Seems like a pretty good kid who knows what he has to do in these coming months to give us fans a sigh of relief once we know who our backup is. Is Clayton Ready for the Challenge?Here's our conversation with Ju Ju Clayton BeamerBall.com: It looks like ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7754.aspx Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:44:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7754.aspx I have to agree with MadJay at TSF - it's always bugged me that the 40 numbers recorded by VT coaches are completely different (and almost always faster) than computerized 40 times at the NFL combine, etc...mostly because the VT coaches still record their times with stop watches. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7752.aspx Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:54:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7752.aspx I actually read a mention of this on monday on college game balls – but GC has done a good job pulling information form a few different sources and summarizing the info. So what do you think about a realignment of the ACC divisions that looks like this? ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7743.aspx Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:26:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7743.aspx A Kyle Tucker March Blog :-) And I'm looking forward to seeing Demetrious Taylor and Jake Johnson on the field. Nice quotes: Chancellor’s 380-pound bench is simply absurd for a free safety. DT Demetrius Taylor remains a beast. He’s top-two ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7740.aspx Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:34:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7740.aspx Shaney already touched on this some but, here are the official award winners from the gym and some more test! Football News Update - 3/9/09 Winter Max Testing Final Results Power Clean Greg Nosal - 361Demetrius Taylor - 360Jake Johnson - 351Barquell Rivers - 346Ed ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7724.aspx Mon, 09 Mar 2009 18:48:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7724.aspx Here are the winter max results. Winter Max Testing continues, and here's the top performers from Monday's testing. Bench Press Demetrius Taylor - 430Vinston Painter - 415Kenny Younger - 410Josh Call - 410Greg Nosal - 410Blake DeChristopher - 410 Back Squat Greg Boone - 620Demetrius ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7714.aspx Sat, 07 Mar 2009 22:31:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7714.aspx He's looking to get BOOOONE some more snaps at QB during the spring, big suprise there right? Also JuJu Clayton is the second coming of Bryan Randle...we'll see. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7713.aspx Sat, 07 Mar 2009 22:22:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7713.aspx Here's the part that gets me: "We just don't understand the sanction to vacate all wins in athletics contests in which ineligible student-athletes competed because we did not allow anyone who we knew was ineligible to compete. Our position throughout the inquiry was that as soon as we ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7711.aspx Fri, 06 Mar 2009 16:29:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7711.aspx 32 pages of acc football coverage - stuff I learned: Only Miami and UNC return more starters than VT (hmmm - we've been talking about them a bunch) Partially thanks to our 10 teams last year - Since 2005, ACC Has Sent More Teams Bowling Than Any ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7703.aspx Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:34:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7703.aspx With seniors QB Sean Glennon , Brett Warren, Purnell Sturdivant, Ryan Shuman and Nick Marshman being left out of the nfl combine....the Hokies will be represented by just two players this year, cornerback Victor "Macho" Harris and defensive end Orion Martin. This is opposed to last February, when ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7684.aspx Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:51:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7684.aspx but so does six other teams. A profile from Rivals.com about what past Natl champs had. Oddly the only offensive equation is having a junior or senior QB return with starting expeirence. USC won't win the 2009 national championship. Neither will Oklahoma, Alabama or Utah. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7679.aspx Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:52:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7679.aspx Some information on who's out and who's in for spring training due to injurys. Interview with Sean Glennon, and BS and crew heading to Athens to share ideas. Football News Update - 2/17/09 A Number Of Hokies "Out" For The Upcoming Spring Practices Here's the latest from ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7678.aspx Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:31:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7678.aspx Just some more stuff to keep the fire burning at least until spring practices. This is a good article from HokieHaven, the Rivals.com team site for the Hokies with a small breakdown of each game, best offensive players we'll face as well as D players and so forth. It might ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7677.aspx Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:06:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7677.aspx You may remember Allen Calloway from his playing days, and how he was forced to leave the team when diagnosed with cancer in 2005. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7672.aspx Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:24:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7672.aspx And it's a good one!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7646.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:51:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7646.aspx Signing Day in 2009 has come and gone and it was fruitful year for the Hokies, at least we hope so because with recruiting so much is about expectations, hope, and excitement about the future. Regardless, this seems to be one of the better classes for Virginia Tech, and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7632.aspx Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:15:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7632.aspx WOW Hokies are at #5, i've never seen Mark Salabach rank us abouve USC, Ohio State, and LSU! He has Alabama at #4, man this Sept 5th could be a HUGE step forward for our program http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7623.aspx Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:21:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7623.aspx An excellent article by MadJay at Tech Super Fans - breaks down every player with links to highlights and more. Definitely a great read if you want to get to know all the amazing talent in our 2009 recruiting class! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7620.aspx Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:34:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7620.aspx In the e-mail and an informal meeting with reporters, Littlepage also made clear that continued failure against Virginia Tech is intolerable. "Like you, I expect us to win our in-state battles, and to compete for ACC and national championships," Littlepage wrote. Groh is 1-7 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7598.aspx Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:41:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7598.aspx He'd like to start out playing wide receiver at Tech, preferably in the slot, but he'll play any position he's asked to play. One thing he doesn't plan to do is redshirt. "I don't want to at all," said Thomas, who had U.Va., Florida State, Wake Forest ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7593.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:14:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7593.aspx All VT Commitments as of 2/5/09 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7592.aspx Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:12:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7592.aspx http://www.hokiesports.com/football/recaps/20090204aaa.html I'll have a youtube video up soon with the players like i did last year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7584.aspx Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:32:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7584.aspx Heather Dinich posted a decent interview with Ryan Williams to her blog today. Ryan talks about the year the decision to redshirt, his relationship/splitting carries with Darren Evans, Greg Boone's arm and sprinkles in a bit of national championship 2009 talk. It's an unstructured interview but ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7568.aspx Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:59:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7568.aspx Will Cole will walk on to the team next year. Not sure what type of High School he went to but he was rated as the number 5 QB in WV. He wasn't recruited by alot of 1A schools but he threw for over 3k yards for 33 TD's his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7564.aspx Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:52:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7564.aspx Here is an interview I got off of beamerball.com with a Mike O'cain Interview. I just joined that site so I'll be cutting and pasting on here any breaking news that is relavent. This interview was conducted before the OB, but with all the talk of Boyd at CU I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7553.aspx Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:29:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7553.aspx More bad quarterback recruiting news for hokie fans – as 5 star qb recruit Tajh Boyd choose Clemson on Tuesday. While VT fans knew Boyd wasn't going to be a hokie the decision was a bit of a surprise as it had been reported earlier that Boyd would be ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7545.aspx Wed, 28 Jan 2009 12:24:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7545.aspx Two programs in the ACC have announced new offensive coordinators this week. While the hiring of Gary Tranquill at BC isn't bad - it doesn't exactly strike fear into my heart either. He's really old and was never particularly successful as an OC. Somehow I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7540.aspx Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:47:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7540.aspx In December, he was chosen second-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference. He submitted paperwork to an NFL draft advisory committee to help determine in which round he might be selected if he decided to forgo his senior season of eligibility. He chose to return to Tech. I'm happy he's coming ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7517.aspx Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:43:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7517.aspx Damn, where are all these crazies coming from?? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7473.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2009 22:55:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7473.aspx Knocked of the #1 ranked, and previously undefeated Demon Decons only seconds ago! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7470.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:18:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7470.aspx Andy Staples discusses the way recruiting works these days, with a google maps application that lets you see where each recruit from every BCS conference has come from. Also, a chart that shows percentage of recruits coming from the team's home state, and wins since 2004. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/andy_staples/01/20/recruiting/index.html?bcnn=yes http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7469.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:13:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7469.aspx Last, and definitely least ... the "highlights" of the Miami loss. Grrrrrrrrrr! Oh, and we can stop blaming Dustin Pickle for that 3rd and short debacle. Watch the left offensive guard Nick Marshman - he misses the block on the twist that leads to the UM d-lineman being completely unblocked ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7458.aspx Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:14:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7458.aspx Virginia Tech at #5!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7436.aspx Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:07:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7436.aspx I am finally getting around to the FSU and Miami games. I've been putting them off long enough. Remember, these games were ugly, but I tried to pull some decent highlights. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7418.aspx Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:42:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7418.aspx Sorry I'm a little late with these! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7391.aspx Sat, 10 Jan 2009 23:56:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7391.aspx Virginia Tech #7Alabama #8 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7377.aspx Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:51:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7377.aspx Great post from Ilinois Hokie on my blog. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7326.aspx Thu, 08 Jan 2009 10:22:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7326.aspx Tech is expected to return 16 regular starters (18 from its 20-7 Orange Bowl victory over Cincinnati) next season. It has a favorable 2009 schedule that includes home games against Nebraska, North Carolina, Miami and Boston College. The offseason will be fueled by thoughts of returning to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7301.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:35:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7301.aspx All I can really say is good luck to Spaz. He is a great defensive mind, and he deserves his shot. BC is still dumb for this move.. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Jeff Jagodzinski will be fired as the Boston College football coach this morning in a meeting ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7298.aspx Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:28:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7298.aspx Great article from Bob Ryan On a day when Gene DeFilippo should have been doing nothing but accepting accolades for his basketball team, the Boston College athletic director was fretting over the immediate future of his football team. But c'mon, Gene, it's Interview Season ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7292.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:28:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7292.aspx The numbers don't lie: The Orange Bowl between Cincinnati and Virginia Tech drew a mere 6.1 overnight rating, down 23% from a 7.9 for last year's Sugar Bowl, which also aired on New Year's Day. The 6.1 overnight is the lowest ever for a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7261.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:01:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7261.aspx Charolotte Observer has F$U as the #1 team in the Atlantic and Georgia Tech as the #1 team in the Coastal... I have Virginia Tech as the #1 team in the Coastal... I'm a homer, though. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7257.aspx Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:13:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7257.aspx I know this isn't VT news, but it is the next best thing: Erin Andrews news! Check out this article/video.. pretty funny stuff from Rey Maualuga. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7213.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:41:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7213.aspx Hokies predicted to beat the Tide and contend for national championship. Its almost surreal to hear anything from ESPN predicting success for the hokies. I think I'd much rather be underdogs going into next season's opener. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7207.aspx Mon, 05 Jan 2009 10:23:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7207.aspx Jeff Jad out? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7202.aspx Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:08:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7202.aspx I am so ready for next year to start.. this win really has me feeling good! ================================================ "I think we showed people that we can play on this type of level against any team," he said. Taylor, a sophomore, showed it by completing 59 percent of his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7169.aspx Sat, 03 Jan 2009 11:03:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7169.aspx Pat Forde lays it on the line asking when Bud Foster will get a head coaching gig. This makes me nervous knowing that Beamer will bring the rest of the coaching staff back. An unproductive offense next year could mean the worst. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7151.aspx Fri, 02 Jan 2009 15:36:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7151.aspx “I think it’s the best football team maybe we’ve ever had,” a giddy coach Frank Beamer said, “meaning that we’ve had some tough losses but nobody split up. Everybody kind of hung in there together, kept working hard. “We always practiced hard. Whether we won a game ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7147.aspx Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:23:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7147.aspx Lots of things off our backs now. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7142.aspx Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:15:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7142.aspx oh btw oooo uva ticket for me but anyways here yeah go form the students!!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7133.aspx Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:26:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7133.aspx The ACC!! We have 94 former ACC players playing in the nfl playoffs. Every ACC school has at least one alum in the playoffs (who the heck is playing in the playoffs from duke?) and we're lead by Miami with 17 and FSU with 15. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7117.aspx Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:03:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7117.aspx Macho needs to lock this guy down. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7076.aspx Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:21:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7076.aspx The entire ACC, though, is waiting for Virginia Tech to make a statement in the game itself. "We're really proud to represent the ACC for a second time in a row," defensive coordinator Bud Foster said. "We know this is a tremendous opportunity. We're not taking it for granted. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7051.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:19:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7051.aspx We're counting on him... hope he does well. Except for being replaced by Glennon after four first-half turnovers in a 14-3 win over Duke on Nov. 22, Taylor has been the goods down the stretch. He has run for 691 yards and six touchdowns, and thrown for another ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7047.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:06:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7047.aspx Everyone is going to be confident because you need that to keep the team together. .......... "Ryan Williams," Porch said of the highly recruited tailback who gave the defense fits on the scout team this season. "He's probably the quickest guy that we've played against this year. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7039.aspx Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:10:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7039.aspx Very interesting post from the Bleacher report... your thoughts? Certainly, I think everyone agrees with point 1 on the OC... how about point 2? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7018.aspx Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:12:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7018.aspx Virginia Tech running backs coach Billy Hite called it “window dressing.” Offensive coordinator Bryan Stinespring half-heartedly agreed with his characterization. It's too bad I can't go window shopping for a new Offensive Coordinator. Gus Malzahn, the OC at Tulsa, was hired at Auburn yesterday. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7017.aspx Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:01:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.7017.aspx I laughed when I drove downtown and saw fans tailgating at 8a.m. before the East Carolina-Virginia Tech football game. Big-time college football had come to Charlotte. The writer of the article is recapping some of his favorite stories... let me tell you... if the ACC Championship ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6969.aspx Sun, 28 Dec 2008 01:31:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6969.aspx I did not think that Miami had the offense to play with Cal, so I picked the golden bears... I did think that UNC would be WVU, but they had that stupid turnover at the end of the game... kudos to F$U and Wake. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6966.aspx Sun, 28 Dec 2008 01:11:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6966.aspx Looks like he had a change of heart and realized the grass ain't always greener on the other side! Virginia Tech received a pledge on Christmas Day from a three-star prospect. Who made the selection for the Hokies and what are his thoughts on the decision? Tyrell Edwards ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6931.aspx Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:56:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6931.aspx The rumors have been flying since he was fired from Bowling Green – but it’s official now: UVA will be running the spread option in 2009 as Al Groh hired Gregg Brandon. While I’m a bit envious – I can’t say this is exactly a slam dunk for Groh ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6923.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2008 15:46:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6923.aspx Post on a Virginia Tech Hokies Sports Holidays Wish List at VirginiaTechFan.com. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6922.aspx Wed, 24 Dec 2008 12:18:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6922.aspx Looks like Brett Warren tore an ACL, and Marshman don't have the grades. Also, Cheeseman is expected to trasfer to a 1 aa school to get some playing time. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6849.aspx Sat, 20 Dec 2008 10:32:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6849.aspx Let's get right to the chase: That 2008 salary for Virginia Tech Offensive Coordinator, Byran Stinespring, is $242,776. Stiney received a 15.56% increase in salary from 2007 to 2008 (his salary was $210,087). This year, Virginia Tech is currently ranked 107th in total offense. In 2007, Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6792.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2008 23:11:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6792.aspx This is sort of a Double edged Sword for me, If VT wins the Orange Bowl and starts next season like it ended, Because Bama will be a top 10 team, if we beat them we could set up a national championship run for 08! on the other hand seeing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6788.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:57:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6788.aspx Ever since the Newsome news, these articles really have been depressing me. Some decent comments on this article. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6775.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:14:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6775.aspx Well heres our genius staff, It seems they are willing to let Bud Slip away if he really wants too, along with being Okay with a 107th ranked offense so long as the team is winning, Weaver blows more smoke out of his ass http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6774.aspx Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:09:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6774.aspx A longer than normal post for Norm Wood and I think he does a really good job summarizing the QB recruiting situation for 2009 and beyond. I've been down about the Newsome decision today because it once again a weakness in VT's recruiting is apparent. We ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6750.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:26:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6750.aspx Why I continue to post dribblings from this waste of space, I do not know... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6747.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:36:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6747.aspx He said is biggest factor in going to PSU was early playing time with Devlin transfering and Clark being a senior. Has he not watched Va Tech football at all in the past two years? TT for the last two years has had an injury that kept him out of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6746.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:44:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6746.aspx Richmond Times-Dispatch article... Unfortunate and ironic, but Bud Foster's talent and success with the defense gives Beamer and Weaver the cover they need to resist making needed changes with Stinespring and the offensive coaching staff. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6738.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:40:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6738.aspx After almost four months of re-evaluating his options, Kevin Newsome announced his decision Tuesday to accept a football scholarship offer to Penn State. Newsome, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound recruit who most recruiting analysts consider one of the nation's top 10 quarterback prospects, made his intentions known during a press conference ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6718.aspx Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:03:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6718.aspx From HokieNation's Myspace page Kevin will announce on tuesday where he will enroll between Penn St and Va Tech. Supposedly it'll be Penn St. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6685.aspx Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:22:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6685.aspx Virginia Tech Head Coach has granted both Hunter Ovens (LB) r-Fr and Ervin Garner (WR) r-Fr transfer requests. This shows the depth at LB, as Ovens was probably not going to be on the 2 deep again next year. Garner is behind Coale, Roberts, Boykin, Boyce, and was not going ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6678.aspx Sat, 13 Dec 2008 01:27:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6678.aspx I know those of you (well really us) who want VT to find a new offensive coordinator don't need any fuel for your fire but here is some. Chris Coleman from TSL takes a look at the last few national champions and a few other good teams ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6658.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:05:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6658.aspx There have been rumblings of this for some time now as Tyrell Edwards (Athlete) from Bennettsville, SC wasn't too happy about probably having to greyshirt. ESPN is reporting that Tyrell has officially decommitted from the hokies. Tyrell's twin brother Tariq is still committed to the Hokies. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6649.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:55:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6649.aspx As you will see from the article, we had one less home game than everyone else excluding Miami. Pretty neat chart. Either way I still wish Heather Dinich would FOAD. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6644.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:36:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6644.aspx I hope she wins this not only because she's a Hokie and this is awesome/hilarious, but also so that she can stick it to the man and grin as she says 'up yours' as she's writing a check out to the Home Owners' Association with the winngs she gets. HOA's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6642.aspx Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:11:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6642.aspx I was screwing around online tonight and came across this list of NFL sack records. Bruce is mentioned a lot along w/ some other bad asses, so I figured I'd pass it along. Surprisingly, I only saw LT's name on here once. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6634.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:36:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6634.aspx Shaney, I gave the site some publicity... let's see if you get a few more users here... I'm sure I can get my fellow bloggers to join up. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6624.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:01:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6624.aspx The VT hokies have another reason to be happy after punching their ticket to sunny florida last weekend - Sony has announced a suite at each team's hotel basically giving each player a $300 sony spree (the equivalent of winning the lottery for a poor college student) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6614.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:21:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6614.aspx I'm not posting this because I agree with Aaron that Bryan should remain the Offensive Coordinator for the hokies...I am posting it because I agree with Aaron that Bryan will remain the VT Offensive Coordinator. Sorry hokies - I know you don't want to hear ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6613.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:11:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6613.aspx We have been brainstorming ways of hiring a new offensive coordinator for VT...and have a new great idea: Get Auburn to hire Bryan Stinespring as their next head coach! Sounds ridiculous to me too but news has recently broke that auburn might be ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6599.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:46:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6599.aspx I'm not a huge fan of SbB because all the posts are sensationalism and gossip and this post isn't any different...in fact there are no facts what so ever in this article. But the question is valid - is the Evil Empire our last hope for a college ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6592.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:18:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6592.aspx This is a really cool website that shows you how each coach ranked the top 25 (mouse over the coaches names) and graphically shows you how each coach voted for each team (mouse over the team names). There is a bunch of things here: Tommy Bowden thinks ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6587.aspx Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:34:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6587.aspx I've never heard the song before, but listening to it on youtube right now. Would like to see someone do a video highlight to it after the OB :P Lil Wayne was able to be the musical inspiration that Michael Phelps used to psyche himself up before races ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6578.aspx Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:55:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6578.aspx An article about the upcoming Orange Bowl, written from the "bearcat" perspective. Not a bad article. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6536.aspx Mon, 08 Dec 2008 16:20:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6536.aspx Heres to hoping that this year, we will be able to enjoy a BCS Bowl victory.. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6525.aspx Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:11:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6525.aspx A good article by McFarling at the Roanoke Times. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6514.aspx Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:29:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6514.aspx There were at least TWO blatant late hits that the refs did not flag against Boston College. The biggest one was on the Stephan Virgil INT return. The guy clearly hit him out of bounds AND it he led with the helmet. Horrible no-call. Those officials should be suspended or ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6502.aspx Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:13:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6502.aspx Standard rah-rah, feel good piece about the Hokies' huge win today. Man it felt good to watch them just shove it down Jabberwocky's throat! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6498.aspx Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:46:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6498.aspx We all knew ticket sales to this year’s ACC Championship was going to be bad - and the most recent ticket sales news is only making the situation sound worse . However in the attached article - a BC Blog (Eagle in Atlanta) is taking matters into their ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6480.aspx Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:32:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6480.aspx So I'm following up this deal in Auburn, mainly because I currently live 30 minutes away and I have this sour feeling in my stomach that Bud is gonna jump on this like a pack of dogs on a three legged cat and Auburn will be interested. Hopefully for the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6459.aspx Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:27:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6459.aspx I guess Kiffin didn't want a mobile QB. Here's the article posted on espn.com: ESPNU 150 prospect Tajh Boyd of Phoebus (Hampton, Va.), rated No. 8 among quarterbacks in Class 2009, is no longer headed to Tennessee. New Vols coach Lane Kiffin has decided not to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6454.aspx Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:20:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6454.aspx 2007 2007's first meeting between BC and VT featured a dominate hokie defense trying to keep an anemic hokie offense in the game. We all now know that recipe doesn't work as Matt Ryan put up two TD's in the final four minutes to beat the hokies at ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6419.aspx Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:54:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6419.aspx DeAntre Rhodes, a 6-foot-2, 280-pound lineman has committed to Virginia Tech - a guy we have been chasing for awhile . He is from Varina High School and was rated the #13 overall and the #2 offensive line prospect in Virginia from the Roanoke Times' preseason list. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6385.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:54:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6385.aspx Here is an excellent blog from hokie nation's myspace page. really goes in depth with recruiting problems and youth. I for one still want BS and possibly O'cain to go but I think it's doubtful. This blog is a little long in the tooth but a good read nonetheless. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6374.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:01:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6374.aspx A decent article, written from a BC perspective. This article is nothing spectacular, but has a few good quotes in it. Nice to see a writer able to give both teams respect, unlike a certain local paper I am use to cough www.ajc.com cough . http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6373.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:16:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6373.aspx According to ESPN’s Ivan Maisel, Clemson has removed the “interim” tag from Dabo Swinney’s title and has named him the full time head coach. This means that Bud Foster could very well remain in Blacksburg as the Hokies defensive coordinator for at least another season. The offer came last night ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6366.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:43:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6366.aspx Seems Newsome had a great trip on Saturday. I could only read the headline since I am not a subsriber to rivals. If anybody has any more info, please post up. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6363.aspx Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:40:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6363.aspx Good news for us. Doesn't look like Bud's going to Clemson. Hopefully this will get confirmed tomorrow. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6361.aspx Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:09:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6361.aspx This is a funny one! Not to mention they shout out Kyle Tuckers recent blogs. Should help get some more awareness out there about our current state of offensive crappage. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6339.aspx Fri, 28 Nov 2008 19:05:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6339.aspx Glennon relieved a rattled Taylor during the second quarter against Duke and threw for the Hokies' sole offensive touchdown, to Jarrett Boykin, the first this season for a Tech wide receiver. Taylor did not return, but Beamer said Monday that Taylor will start Saturday. That's a shame. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6335.aspx Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:54:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6335.aspx On average I would give TSL previews 4.5 stars and I would say this one is better than average. We know the UVA players so not much introduction is necessary and Chris breaks down the hoo's strengths and weaknesses. The preview does nothing to calm my fear of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6325.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:57:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6325.aspx because, it's Thanksgiving, but the 'Hoos lost to Liberty in men's basketball (Falwell's university)... I take glee in this because it's rivalry week. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6318.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:13:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6318.aspx Tucker's taking a page out of the Hokie Guru's book. Please go to firebryanstinespring.blogspot.com for more posts like this. It’s in black and white. The numbers say that no team in America has done more with less offense since 2006. And no team in the country ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6317.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:56:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6317.aspx And I did not know that Danny played here in Alexandria, VA, my home town now. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6316.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:54:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6316.aspx Decent article by Heather Dinich. Doesn't really say much we don't already know.. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6311.aspx Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:53:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6311.aspx Happy Thanksgiving - Kyle hit my sentiments exactly here... it's a microcosm of Stiney's incompetence. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6296.aspx Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:09:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6296.aspx Despite telling media in a Monday morning teleconference he wasn't going to take any questions regarding the quarterbacks, Tech coach Frank Beamer turned around Monday night and said on his radio show he plans to start quarterback Tyrod Taylor on Saturday against Virginia. I just saved you ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6286.aspx Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:31:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6286.aspx This is probably one of the best blogs that Kyle has done lately...and probably one of the last before the UVA game as Beamer has froze the media from practice and press conferences. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6277.aspx Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:30:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6277.aspx Immediate Impressions from the Virginia Tech vs Duke Game. It was cold. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6272.aspx Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:41:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6272.aspx Ok now that i'm back inside from Blacksburg and i can feel my extremities again i thought i'd put my 2 cents in on the game tonight. Lately, it has become nauseating every time i see Tyrod step out on the field, it's sad that hes more predictable than ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6252.aspx Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:40:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6252.aspx Another year is almost in the books, and a good number of fans, football experts and now players, are discussing the possible need for a change at Offensive Coordinator at Virginia Tech. I have done some research, and come up with a short list of possible candidates for the VT ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6236.aspx Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:24:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6236.aspx One of the most influential sources of criticism toward Stinespring has been a Web site bluntly titled "Fire Bryan Stinespring" (firebryanstinespring.blogspot.com). The site has been dedicated to critiquing the weekly performance of Stinespring, while suggesting more suitable coaches for the job of offensive coordinator. The "Hokie Guru," a Tech ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6216.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:24:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6216.aspx An average post by the boys with bourbon but as always worth a read. The reasons I say average - they spend half the article rehashing the Miami loss and calling for Stinespring's resignation - stuff I feel like we've been talking about forever. I don't go to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6214.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:07:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6214.aspx Well the Jackets did their part last night in Atlanta. They exposed the outside running lanes that the Hokies could not last week in Miami. What does all this mean? Well in a crazy turn of events, the Hokies can still go to Tampa to play for the ACC Championship ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6206.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:41:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6206.aspx Thanks to Georgia Tech bending Miami to their will and pounding them into submission in route to a 41 - 23 thumping (the game wasn't that close) - the hokies are once again in control of their own destiny. Win out and VT is in the ACC ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6200.aspx Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:12:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6200.aspx 19 degrees in Blackberry. ON WHETHER THE RECEIVERS ARE FAIRLY AWARE OF THE STATS, THAT THEY AND LOUISIANA TECH ARE THE ONLY I-A TEAMS IN THE COUNTRY WITHOUT A WIDE RECEIVER TD CATCH: “We’ve heard a lot about it. It keeps coming up. We’re looking for it. We’re trying ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6179.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:22:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6179.aspx My one football blog post a year is done. Check it out by clicking through to my site. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6174.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:07:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6174.aspx Who doesn't have Yellow Jacket bias? LOL http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6162.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:27:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6162.aspx ON WHETHER HE WOULD SAY, THEN, THAT IT IS A TOP PRIORITY TO KEEP BUD IN BLACKSBURG: “I’m not sure I’d say that. And here’s why I answer that way: Bud’s been a very loyal and hard-working assistant coach here. And if he has the opportunity to get the Clemson ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6156.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:13:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6156.aspx I hope we get 3:30. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6145.aspx Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:36:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6145.aspx Just got this from Hokie Nation's myspace page. Everything I've gotten from them has been reliable so no need for me to doubt this. I just cut and pasted it since everyone might not have a myspace account. A pretty busy day in Blacksburg with all of the Foster ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6143.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:59:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6143.aspx Alright folks, the shit just hit the fan. I've got mixed feelings about this. Part of me thinks he needs to shutup and keep it in house. Talking about a beef with the team to the media is not cool. It's just ridiculously dramatic. This is not to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6132.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:49:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6132.aspx -- I know this isn't a VT article, but man this hurts to read this and see the moves that historically great football programs are willing to take to ensure that their program will have long term success. The VT AD needs to take notice and realize that a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6131.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:23:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6131.aspx Don't forget to vote for Beamer for this years Liberty Mutual Coach of the year. Currently he doesn't rank in the top 25, so we need some Hokies to get on the site and start voting! To vote for beamer visit: http://www.coachoftheyear.com http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6118.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:06:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6118.aspx -- Well fellas the grades are out from last weeks game, not sure how long these have been up on Hokiesports, but I just noticed them this morning.-- (http://www.hokiesports.com/notebook/2008/11/#000582) Here is a look at the postgame depth chart from the Miami game. The number before the slash indicates ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6117.aspx Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:01:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6117.aspx -- So basically we want the 'Jackets to take care of business @ home this Thursday if we wanna go to the ACC Championship Game. Personally I don't know how I feel about this-- I would obviously love to play for the ACC Championship, but if we play ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6086.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:37:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6086.aspx Last night while i was waiting for the Amazing Race to start i was watching 60 Mins and they were interviewing Obama and at the end, since hes a huge sports fan they asked him if he thought there should be a College Football playoff system, and he explained why ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6084.aspx Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:15:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6084.aspx Just a few observations on the ACC, which is upside down... 1.) North Carolina State University (NCSU) - You have to show up every game in this league. North Carolina State beat Wake Forest today (no one exepcted that). As Shaneykakes said one time, we are starting ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6067.aspx Sat, 15 Nov 2008 20:55:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6067.aspx Um, there's a brand new blog on there... please support it. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6066.aspx Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:47:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6066.aspx Aaron Pyre (also of the Beer Control Offense) is a class act; this was a nice gesture on his part. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6038.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:30:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6038.aspx Multiple media sources are reporting that Clemson will interview Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster this weekend for its vacant head-coaching job. According to Tigerillustrated.com, which is affiliated with Rivals.com, Clemson athletic director Terry Don Phillips plans to interview Foster today. Tech coach Frank Beamer also confirmed after Thursday’s ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6024.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:33:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6024.aspx I was right about this and everyone disagreed with me, the Hokie Guru... Bud Foster to interview for the Clemson Job. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6017.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:06:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6017.aspx Well...it's different, imaginative playcalling which is what we wanted, but with different results obviously. Here is the smartest thing I've read in awhile and it came from this article. "The coaches will tell you that Pickle is always the tailback in the two -minute offense. He's a hard ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6016.aspx Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:40:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.6016.aspx Thanks for you patience, understanding, and generous financial contributions. Tailgate Fever will return in full effect for the marquee game of the season....November 22 vs. Duke. A tradition unlike any other. I am on the same page as Hokie Steeler, now... this was a phone-it-in ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5991.aspx Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:27:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5991.aspx Pretty cool article if you like Madden Football or just seeing Hokies in the news. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5980.aspx Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:09:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5980.aspx It's a question worth asking about my favorite kick returner - some info: Roberts ran for 4,534 yards and 81 touchdowns as a high school running back - 81 touchdowns? He ranks second in the ACC and ninth in the nation in kickoff returns (averaging ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5978.aspx Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:24:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5978.aspx The start of this post isn't to be missed - a number of these numbers surprised me: 4 – Wins in Tech’s last five meetings with Miami. That one loss, though, was a bitter one for Hokie fans. More on that below. 5 – Sacks by mighty ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5977.aspx Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:16:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5977.aspx So Stinespring began to design a formation that "had been in the back of my mind a little bit." He called it the Wild Turkey -- an offshoot of the Wild Hog formation Arkansas used last season when the Razorbacks lined up running back Darren McFadden at quarterback. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5961.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:44:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5961.aspx Wild Turkey anyone? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5957.aspx Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:30:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5957.aspx This made me laugh - hard http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5939.aspx Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:08:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5939.aspx Makes me feel a bit better about our chances on Thursday night. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5929.aspx Sun, 09 Nov 2008 21:19:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5929.aspx Many recruiting sites are projecting him at TE but he only lined up there once in high school. He might play basketball for us too. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5923.aspx Sun, 09 Nov 2008 10:20:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5923.aspx Your opinion? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5889.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 20:11:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5889.aspx The Terps allowed 273 rushing yards -- a school-record 253 of which came from Darren Evans. Meanwhile, Maryland was held to an embarrassing minus-12 yards, the lowest ever under coach Ralph Friedgen. "There were a few plays there where the red sea just parted," quarterback Sean Glennon ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5884.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:29:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5884.aspx I love when ESPN shows our entire Enter Sandman entrance without talking over it! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5852.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:15:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5852.aspx Enjoy Hokies! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5849.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:52:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5849.aspx We got the best TE prospect in the country. Woo Hoo!!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5847.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:38:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5847.aspx This clip deserved it's own highlight ... freaking ... awesome! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5845.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:44:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5845.aspx Blacksburg, VA - Redshirt freshman running back Darren Evans set a new Virginia Tech single game rushing record and led the Hokies to an impressive 23-13 win over the No. 23 ranked Maryland Terrapins Thursday night. Evans piled up 253 yards on 32 carries and scored a touchdown. The 253 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5844.aspx Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:31:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5844.aspx I've been talking about how giddy I am for the maryland game and I need some solid stats and analysis to ground my confidence and the weekly TSL preview is just what the dr ordered. As normal you will see the breakdown of the Maryland offense, defense and special ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5832.aspx Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:13:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5832.aspx This article matches up some notable college head coaches with their political counterparts. It started out slow but I chuckled when i got to Bill Stewart and then i nearly spit out my coffee at Rich Rodriguez, Mack Brown, Joe Paterno and "the national debt." http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5826.aspx Wed, 05 Nov 2008 08:11:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5826.aspx Looks like rivals.com goofed the other week - as Bud Foster says he has not been contacted by Clemson...he also maintains that this isn't a way to keep a team trying to break out of a two game losing streak focused: Foster, who is Virginia Tech's defensive ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5800.aspx Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:03:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5800.aspx Maryland owns a tiebreaker advantage over the Demon Deacons based on its 26-0 head-to-head victory on Oct. 18. Florida State still can win the division by winning out, but were the Seminoles to lose either of its next two games -- both at home, against Clemson and Boston College -- ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5792.aspx Sun, 02 Nov 2008 12:29:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5792.aspx Welcome to Hell, or so says BenVT at the Wild Turkey College Football Report. LOL http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5761.aspx Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:16:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5761.aspx Just call him "The Closer." http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5757.aspx Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:26:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5757.aspx OH MY GOD THE ARMEGEDDON IS HERE!!!! Cats and dogs living together, mass hysteria! Well before we all collectively melt down hokie nation - let’s just remember that these are pretty standard feelers and there is doubt if Foster will even get an interview. I expect the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5749.aspx Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:42:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5749.aspx “For that situation, Cory did a real good job,” Beamer said. “He’s a good athlete. He has a good, strong arm. He’s a big, tall kid. I know this football team believes in Cory. He’s well-liked and respected. We feel like he can get the job done.” Maryland ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5737.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:26:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5737.aspx Hokies rock on Thursday nights. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5734.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:21:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5734.aspx No one knows if UVA starting fullback Rashawn Jackson will play this weekend - but it would appear not as he was arrested this week and charged with grand larceny and breaking and entering. The charges are related to an incident on Thanksgiving last year at a first-year dormitory ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5730.aspx Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:28:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5730.aspx We will be lucky to hold on to Bud Foster. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5692.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2008 13:35:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5692.aspx With tyrod and sean hobbling around in protective boots most (if not all) of the week - here is your depth chart for practice this week (and probably would be your starting lineup if both qb's couldn't play in the md game) : Starter: Cory Holt - ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5687.aspx Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:40:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5687.aspx So … who’s behind Holt now? Will Tech really dress true freshman Ju Ju Clayton, meaning that if he has to play, he wastes his redshirt season for four games? OR … will the Hokies really go into a game with walk-on Jeff Beyer – the scout-team QB whose bio ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5666.aspx Mon, 27 Oct 2008 10:57:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5666.aspx Hello, Hokies... just to let you know, I've posted some articles on the VT.BB.FANFOC.US site... we have a great basketball season coming up. I've never been more excited about a season... I know it's hard to transition from football to basketball (personally, I can do that pretty easily), but ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5665.aspx Mon, 27 Oct 2008 10:45:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5665.aspx X-Rays were negative, only time will tell who's taken the snaps against the Terps. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5646.aspx Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:45:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5646.aspx Reaction and comments on Virginia Tech vs Florida State game, plus comments on the go foward quarterback situation. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5644.aspx Sun, 26 Oct 2008 21:37:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5644.aspx which shouldn't count for much since I wasn't there, hell I didn't even get to see the game due to work but...you gotta pay the bills, stupid reccesion! From my reading on various sites it looks like the locker room at halftime and that damned ol' injury bug beat us. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5642.aspx Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:06:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5642.aspx Great post from the Hokie Guru... and yes, I am patting myself on the back... lol. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5641.aspx Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:50:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5641.aspx The article doesn't say much about what we don't already know; however, I find the first line rather intriguing. "Virginia Tech offensive coordinator Bryan Stinespring every season sets the goal of having five or more plays of at least 20 yards in every game." This season we have ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5616.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:30:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5616.aspx If the "offense" can take one, why can't we? Tailgate Fever will return after these messages. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5615.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2008 20:36:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5615.aspx An article by the Roanoke Times on starting LB Brett Warren "coming out of his shell." I hope Brett ends up with another pick 6 this weekend - I think we're going to need a few of those http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5607.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:23:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5607.aspx I usually don't post the game previews from GobblerCountry - while I enjoy the blog I think other people do a better job of breaking down each game...but this week is different. I've mostly decided to post this because of the gloom and doom in the article - which ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5606.aspx Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:16:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5606.aspx He doesn't see alot of snap's but when he's out there he is dangerous. Kid by the name of Reed. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5604.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:49:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5604.aspx Full of information and all the stats you die hard hokie fans need to know before the FSU game - basically it comes down to these quotes from the article: Florida State's offense has done well statistically this year. The Seminoles are averaging 419 yards per game, and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5590.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:53:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5590.aspx Got word last night from an inside source that freshman free safety Lorenzo Williams might be out for the season with possible a torn ACL suffered during yesterday's practice (Oct. 22). Williams has played in all seven of Tech’s games this season and has recorded six tackles; four unassisted and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5584.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:13:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5584.aspx This article made me laugh and is supposibly is true... Apparently that’s what may happen down at Texas Tech to a student named Matt Williams if you can believe it. Apparently he was involved in one of those “fan field goal” competitions at halftime during the UMass/Texas ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5583.aspx Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:01:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5583.aspx FSU will have three true freshmen — David Spurlock, left tackle Andrew Datko and right tackle Zebrie Sanders — in the starting lineup against Virginia Tech on Saturday. In other FSU news in this article: Redshirt freshman receiver Bert Reed will not be available for ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5571.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:41:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5571.aspx This is the kind of finger pointing that will go on if the offense keeps having issues...thankfully most of the defensive guys decline to answer the question - but you can bet reporters are going to keep asking questions like this in the weeks to come unless something changes http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5570.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:30:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5570.aspx Okay - I'll admit I've been defending our special teams to this point - my defense was basically "besides a few big plays they have played pretty good" ...but it's time to admit our special teams (particurally punt coverage) is bad this year...so bad that we are ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5567.aspx Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:38:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5567.aspx T-Mobile has a "Hitch" in his throw. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5561.aspx Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:45:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5561.aspx BenVT has a good poll here. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5557.aspx Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:13:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5557.aspx Marcus is looking at possibly 12 months in jail. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5555.aspx Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:33:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5555.aspx These are my 'off the cuff' comments on the BC game, i.e. Immediate Impressions. Some quick analysis on the Virginia Tech vs. Boston College football game. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5547.aspx Sun, 19 Oct 2008 23:04:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5547.aspx This isn't a full game recap - I'll have more on that tomorrow (Sunday). Just some initial thoughts and depressing stats. I know this - if Stinespring was at Auburn, they would've canned his butt a long time ago. After last night's performance, I would imagine that Tech's offensive rankings ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5526.aspx Sun, 19 Oct 2008 02:10:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5526.aspx Reason No. 4,326 why Stinespring should be fired: In the first version of the Washington Post recap (since been removed ... hmmm) Bryan Stinespring was quoted as saying that Tech would not deviate from their strength - running up the middle. HA! When was the last time running up ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5525.aspx Sun, 19 Oct 2008 02:02:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5525.aspx BenVT is fast becoming one of my favorite Virginia Tech football bloggers... he's funny... Mister Daze is in Arlington, VA... Velocity Five is in Falls Church, VA... Apparently Matt Ryan is going to be at the game. He made some throw in last year's game in Blacksburg which ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5517.aspx Sat, 18 Oct 2008 13:14:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5517.aspx "You don't want to take the shirt off that late," Hite said. Still, Hite said he's "tickled to death" with the progress Williams has made. "Honestly, he's that good of a player he could've played for us this year," Hite said. "What it came down to was would he ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5513.aspx Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:35:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5513.aspx Not much from Kyle today - just a few cut and paste interviews: Bryan Stinespring - lots of insight on the game plan for bc, sean glennon and macho harris Nick Marshman - last years loss to BC, BC's big dtackles and the loss in 2006 to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5508.aspx Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:35:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5508.aspx I think this list is a bit whack - but I'm all for hokies (and their stadiums) winning competitions. We are currently in 3rd... the voting/poll is in the left sidebar under "zoom in on stadiums" http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5506.aspx Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:03:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5506.aspx A number of goodies in this article: VT has done well running up the middle in 2008 with an inside zone blocking play - of course like everything about evil BC that plays to one of their strengths as they have "670 pounds of humanity" at DT ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5484.aspx Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:56:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5484.aspx “I’d be stupid” not to go, Foster said. “That’s what you guys have all asked me for the last five years, six years. Who wouldn’t be (interested)? ... That’d be one I’d be jumping through hoops to try to get. But at the same time, right now I can’t worry ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5479.aspx Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:13:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5479.aspx Man, I didn't see this coming. I guess a spot is opening up on FSU's coaching staff somewhere. Maybe he can be a get-back coach. This just seems unexpected. They gave him a good extension last year and they fire him after a 3-3 start? There's something else brewing here. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5446.aspx Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:54:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5446.aspx (adopted from Tombstone - staring bud foster as Doc Holiday and Jeff Jagodzinski as Kate) Doc: It appears that we may have to re-define the nature of our rivalry. Kate: We have both benefited by the move to the ACC. Haven't I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5429.aspx Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:23:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5429.aspx I love bye weeks. No way in hell to lose, but will possibly move up in the rankings! Also, a non stressful day of drinking instead of yelling one minute in anger and jumping around joyously the next...I don't even know if that's a word. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5412.aspx Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:41:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5412.aspx Look for a new college gameday commercial - featuring the vt lunchpail! The campaign’s new commercial spot “Va. Tech Lunch Pail” will begin running Monday, Oct. 13 on ESPN, and features the GameDay crew eating lunch alongside a metal lunch pail decorated with the letters ‘VT’. After ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5401.aspx Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:20:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5401.aspx You kinda knew this article was coming from somewhere in hokie nation and props to TSL for posting it. This article is a response to the The proverbial Nail on the head/A Difference in Attitude article from a week ago. First, the "proverbial nail ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5388.aspx Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:08:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5388.aspx As much as I hate Brian Stinespring, I'd hate for our OC to get canned in the middle of the season. I'd also hate to have 5 OC's in 10 years. So I guess things could be worse concerning our situation. Right now our offense is 73rd in scoring, 41st ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5383.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:20:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5383.aspx Full disclosure: I was criticizing Kenny early in the year and called him the "rb version of Sean Glennon". I was more impressed with Evan's running style and wasn't impressed by his games vs GT and UNC. Since then I've changed my tune ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5373.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:01:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5373.aspx hokiefaninGA posted a good article from TSL. that had some good commentary and I had some thoughts about it that turned into a bit of a rant about our performance, conference, and history. Here goes: "This is exactly what makes Coach Saban great, his lack of complacency. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5369.aspx Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:58:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5369.aspx Remember, just be thankful for any highlights. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5352.aspx Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:59:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5352.aspx I'm pretty sure everyone has seen this already, or most of you anyway. To me, this is exactly right. Excellent read. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5339.aspx Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:18:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5339.aspx Sickening news ... you hate to see this happen to anyone, but especially a guy like KLJ. Just hope he rehabs and makes it back for next season. I think Dillard's prognosis was pretty good for the same injury, but I also remember reading that with an Achilles injury, there ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5331.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:30:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5331.aspx It was over when... Hokies back Darren Evans ran 2 yards into the end zone to put Va. Tech up 27-3 and put the game away. Gameball goes to... Lane Stadium crowd. An "A" for endurance for the fans who sat through an exhilarating 27-13 outcome. Stat of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5330.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:15:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5330.aspx Commentary on Virginia Tech vs. Western Kentucky Football game. Including some instant analysis on Hokies. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5329.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 21:43:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5329.aspx Now I feel a little less confident about today's win. WKU debuted a completely new offense. They demoted their QB, who isn't practicing or traveling with the team. A new QB and a freshman RB and they got some big plays against us. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5328.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 21:34:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5328.aspx It was another ugly win for the Virginia Tech Hokies as they held on to beat the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 27-13, in Tech’s homecoming game. Just FYI, this is an abbreviated recap - I’ll have more after I watch the TV replay and can take a closer look at the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5326.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 21:05:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5326.aspx This is hilarious... BenVT is on at WTCFBR!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5321.aspx Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:20:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5321.aspx Photos from Lincoln road trip: Huskers vs Hokies http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5320.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:02:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5320.aspx HokieSports.com is reporting on its Web site that Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer has suspended QB turned WR Ike Whitaker indefinitely for violating team policies, which of course, were not made public. Whitaker, a redshirt junior from Germantown, Md., has played in three games this season, catching three passes ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5316.aspx Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:44:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5316.aspx but he's suspended http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5312.aspx Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:13:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5312.aspx After reviewing all of our last three games, ACC coordinator of officials Doug Rhoads contends that all the flags were justified. Specifically: Sept 13 GT: "It was clearly helmet-to-helmet" Sept 20 UNC: "The call was correct" Sept 27 Nebraska: "The ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5288.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:22:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5288.aspx Lots in this post: Tyrod had some ankle issues but got an MRI on his knee monday - as he banged it on the turf against Nebraska. The MRI was fine - Goforth is calling it a "bruised knee." Tyrod is practicing normally with an extra ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5286.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:10:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5286.aspx Looks like "Mick" is trying to become the next Jason from Arlington. But, dude, where are you from? You can't just be "Mick." You have to be "Mick from Crozet" or "Mick from the Albemarle County Detention Center" if you want your 15 minutes of fame. Who do you think ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5279.aspx Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:18:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5279.aspx Kyle returns with some good insight (instead of simply cutting and pasting interviews). While much of this has been said on FanFoc.us it probably bears repeating. How is VT winning with a bad offense (76th in points and 108th in yards) and an average defense ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5267.aspx Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:55:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5267.aspx This makes me laugh just looking at it... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5266.aspx Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:46:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5266.aspx A really good read by Will Stewart at TSL reflecting on the Nebraska game. He crunches offensive stats, talks about the offense/defense, throws out some factoids and ends with a look to the future (the hokies are headed in the right direction and this could be the statement ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5264.aspx Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:26:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5264.aspx Hey folks - to celebrate the big win this weekend and the big game by tyrod I've thrown up another desktop background - check it out here: Tyrod Taylor: League of Clutch http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5262.aspx Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:20:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5262.aspx I like how Foster points out the "selfish" guys that used to play for him. He didn't mention names, but I know two of them: DeAngelo Hall and Jimmy Williams. "We used to have them when we had some selfish guys," Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster said late Saturday ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5224.aspx Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:49:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5224.aspx I made the road trip to Lincoln this weekend - Great Trip! This post has my onsite report of the scene in Lincoln, including the town, the people, the tailgating, and the game. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5213.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2008 21:24:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5213.aspx Pretty detailed with some tidbits that you might not find in other articles. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5190.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:40:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5190.aspx Well, it looks like Nebraska coach Bo Pelini will have to keep those black shirts hidden for a little longer. What a great road win! The Hokies played by far their best and most complete game of the season in beating Nebraska 35-30 in Lincoln … on NATIONAL TELEVISION! Of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5170.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:45:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5170.aspx Funny how our best offensive performance of the season came against our toughest opponent so far ... on the road ... in front of a record crowd of more than 85,000. I'm not complaining, but man, what took so long!? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5168.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2008 06:18:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5168.aspx I think we all knew that it was bad when we saw Davon go down during the return in the second quarter. It just looked bad as soon as he hit the turf. He tore his ACL and will need season-ending surgery. I feel for the kid because he was ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5167.aspx Sun, 28 Sep 2008 03:35:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5167.aspx Orion rocks!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5131.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2008 12:01:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5131.aspx Weak...just weak...I've been checking this site on and off this year and they just now updated it. I think it's lame since they've converted to a facebook approach. I hate facebook. What was wrong with their old format? It was great. Hopefully, there's some good stuff to come. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5127.aspx Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:48:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5127.aspx Sorry these are a little late. I was out of town and took some time catching up. Enjoy ... well, the second half anyway. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5100.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:59:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5100.aspx it is a blackout While Beamer hopes his team isn't intimidated by Nebraska's national image or the hostile environment, he certainly seemed to be awed by the Huskers himself this week. On a few occasions, Beamer reeled off Nebraska's accomplishments: five national titles, three ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5096.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:41:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5096.aspx Gasp, elements of a spread? Heaven help us. (Sarcasm). http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5093.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:31:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5093.aspx I mention this on my blog and here at vt.fanfoc.us on several occasions... I knew we would near that top of the nation in turnover margin ... that's the one way we are winning games.. some of this is BeamerBall. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5089.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:19:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5089.aspx these guys are awesome http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5080.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:38:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5080.aspx There are lots of things to be worried about in this article as Nebraska has balanced attacks on offense and defense and a number of playmakers but there are some interesting stats: Nebraska opponents (Western Michigan, San Jose State and New Mexico State) combined for more tackles for ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5078.aspx Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:07:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5078.aspx God I love the name cornnation.com - anyways it ends up these guys give a good interview too! Excellent read and is a great Nebraska primer for the game this weekend. You get three answers to most questions and which gives insight into the general game ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5077.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:41:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5077.aspx Interesting post from Kyle…he actually does something other than repost interviews (tho there are interviews from O’Cain and Coale here) ! My quick hits from the post: No team has won the acc in the last 27 years that has averaged less than 100 yards passing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5076.aspx Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:34:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5076.aspx Here’s my question to you, Hokie fans: Let’s say that you are the head coach of a Division I-A football program and are looking for an offensive coordinator. You meet with a candidate and you ask, “How has your offense ranked in each of the last ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5049.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:19:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5049.aspx Not sure how the wife talked me into a beach week in September in NC - but that's where i'm at. The schedule came out a few weeks after i put down the deposit and I was pretty angry to see the date of the Nebraska game - I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5039.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2008 08:53:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5039.aspx Look at the updated NCAA stats for Virginia Tech's Offense. Ouch. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5028.aspx Sun, 21 Sep 2008 22:25:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5028.aspx It was quite a sight to see. And I’ll admit it: I now believe this team will win the Coastal Division. They’ve lost one game they shouldn’t have (ECU) and won two that they shouldn’t have (GT and UNC) … and the youngsters seem to be getting better and more ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5026.aspx Sun, 21 Sep 2008 15:52:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.5026.aspx I’m down in NC and having a great weekend - first watched an exciting overtime NCSU win over ECU in Raleigh - then drove 20 miles to watch a huge win for the hokies in Chapel Hill!!!!! For anyone living in a cave - this win was huge ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4999.aspx Sun, 21 Sep 2008 08:02:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4999.aspx Good news on the recruiting trail... if we can get Exum and Thomas, we will be in good shape. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4992.aspx Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:26:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4992.aspx I hope we see him on offense, defense, and special teams... I want to see him run one back. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4989.aspx Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:11:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4989.aspx Kyle Tucker is the man. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4982.aspx Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:39:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4982.aspx As always a very good write-up of the game by Chris Coleman - and is great reading for the game on Saturday. The Tar Heels match up with the Hokies very well at some key positions and VT really needs this game to look a lot like last week ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4966.aspx Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:40:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4966.aspx Post on my blog about VT Running Backs. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4961.aspx Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:10:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4961.aspx A good "abridged" guide to the unc game. Doesn't go into too much detail but I do agree with the prediction: The Hokies will need this game to be similar to both last week's Georgia Tech game and last year's North Carolina game. It needs to be ugly ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4945.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:25:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4945.aspx Lots of stuff in this article: More 'Macho' slated for offense - they report that hokie fans can expect to see a bunch more macho on offense in the upcoming games...not just a snap here and there but more series. Something better change or start working ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4944.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:13:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4944.aspx It looks like the guy who was the best high school football player in Indiana in 2006 is the best tailback on the Virginia Tech football team in 2008. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4943.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:14:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4943.aspx Taylor, who stretches defenses and tests their patience by running, throwing -- or doing both at the same time. Dating to last season, the guy whose style is often compared to Michael Vick's is now 6-0 as a starter. "You'd better be one disciplined football team to slow him ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4942.aspx Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:55:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4942.aspx We passed for 48 yards... that is horrible... yet, we found a way to win. Darren Evans was awesome. BEAMER ON NOT THROWING DOWNFIELD MORE: “We are going to get more and more. Trust me on this: We’re going to get more and more throws down the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4907.aspx Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:08:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4907.aspx The recap from HokieSports.com . I'm working on a recap/analysis for VTHokieFans.com . http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4905.aspx Sat, 13 Sep 2008 21:43:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4905.aspx These guys rock!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4875.aspx Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:32:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4875.aspx Afterward, Glennon tried a little Seinfeldian logic to defuse his disappointment. “I’m almost tired of hearing, ‘You’re not playing because of someone else,’ ” Glennon told reporters. “It’s not satisfying to hear that as a reason. It’s a break-up thing: It’s not you, it’s me. George Costanza.” http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4852.aspx Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:53:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4852.aspx Normally, I think Aaron has a pretty good take on things related to Hokie football, but I think he's way off target in this column. I wrote him an e-mail, posted below, detailing where I thought he went wrong. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4810.aspx Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:58:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4810.aspx Wow! This was in the Richmond Times-Dispatch this evening. I can think of about 99 offensive coordinators that know more than BS. ;) Beamer challenged Stinespring's critics to set an appointment with him and make the case for what the Hokie offense should be doing differently. "If anybody ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4805.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:30:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4805.aspx I'm glad that a fan critical of the offense was finally allowed to get through and talk to Beamer, though I imagine he told the producer screening the call that he was going to defend Stinespring or something. Beamer's arguments in today's teleconference were weak and it is ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4797.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:04:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4797.aspx Read more about Royal's big night here . Also, I detail every NFL Hokies' week one performance/status . http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4796.aspx Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:54:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4796.aspx Figures. I've been sticking up for the kid and then he pulls this crap. Is it me, or does it sound like he's whining? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4779.aspx Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:00:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4779.aspx 1) East Carolina is the real deal –The Pirates erased any doubts that their win over Virginia Tech was a fluke with their complete pantsing of West Virginia. The Pirates should be favored in each of their remaining games. They are clearly the class of C-USA, and they have two ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4777.aspx Mon, 08 Sep 2008 11:15:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4777.aspx Fair warning: There are a couple of less-than-favorable plays shown here, but I think it helps us face the truth that our offensive line is struggling again this season. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4774.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2008 20:28:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4774.aspx Via the Beer Control Offense (http://beercontroloffense.blogspot.com/2008/09/random-stuff.html)... Stiny's job is on Craigslist... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4773.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2008 20:07:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4773.aspx Just starting to read it now. Lets see what the guys have to say after that "win" against the Furmanators. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4745.aspx Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:53:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4745.aspx The good news? The Virginia Tech Hokies won their game today against Furman University, 24-7. The bad news? They didn’t look very good doing it. More specifically, the offense didn’t look very good, even with Tyrod Taylor making his season debut. I know a win is a win, but I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4743.aspx Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:03:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4743.aspx Props to Mr Stewart for writing this article. The most popular player on any disappointing football team is the backup QB. I'm torn on whether or not burning the redshirt was appropriate, but I'm excited to see TT play this weekend.. I'm also hoping Glennon has a killer game, and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4711.aspx Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:16:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4711.aspx I went back and watched the only four plays that Blake DeChristopher was involved in against ECU before being injured. Blake didn't touch anyone on the first play. Play No. 2, he blocks someone, but nothing violent. On the next two plays, he just falls down in front of his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4704.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:45:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4704.aspx Macho and Perez are both listed as "probable." I wouldn't think we'd see much of Harris, just enough to get him up to game speed before Georgia Tech next week. Also, there's an interview with Bud Foster. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4692.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:40:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4692.aspx Okay, I've gone off about this. So much that it won't all fit on the original post because of the limit on words. So I'm trying here and hopefully it'll all go. Oh, and join my group (Glennon's Our QB) if you feel like being a disgruntled hard-ass like me ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4675.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:18:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4675.aspx A good write-up by Chris Coleman previewing the game this Saturday. There is a bunch here and definitely worth a read before you pack up the car for Blacksburg. I'm amped to see the throwback unis As Chris points out don't underestimate furman - of the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4673.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:05:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4673.aspx Laugh http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4672.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:56:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4672.aspx Looks like pulling the redshirt off of TT was a good thing for the future as long as we get him http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4671.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:50:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4671.aspx Nothing major, just quotes from Kam and Macho about the poor defensive play against ECU and what Bud is doing to fix things. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4668.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:06:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4668.aspx A decent interview with quarterbacks coach Mike O'Cain speaking mostly about the decision to burn Tyrod's redshirt. But the big news in this post is that starting RT Blake DeChristopher will be out 2-4 weeks with not only a bruised knee and thigh. That really sux ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4664.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:22:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4664.aspx In his first NFL start, Brandon Flowers will be up against the AFC Champion Patriots facing Tom Brady's potent offense and trying to shut down Randy Moss. I am pretty excited to see how he handles himself in this game. The Cheifs are a super young team and he is ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4660.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:06:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4660.aspx A clear sign that Beamer has lost his ever-loving mind! (TIC) “I’m very hopeful that Sean has a career in the NFL and that tells you what I think of his ability,” Beamer said. Bwahahahahaha!! Sean Glennon in the NFL? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4642.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:52:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4642.aspx And the news spreads like wild fire... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4641.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:18:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4641.aspx Check it out. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4640.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:11:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4640.aspx If this is true, this is both good and bad. Mostly good! Can't WAIT to see the discussion on this! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4633.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:32:27 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4633.aspx Great conversations over the last two days sorry I missed most of it. I took two “sick days” from vt football (the first days off in probably 2 years) …so I spent 48 hours doing what I usually do…programming my brains out. I decided to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4632.aspx Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:26:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4632.aspx As if the ACC's reputation can't get any worse. Still, this is pretty funny! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4612.aspx Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:32:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4612.aspx Kyle Tucker's latest blog with quotes from Beamer's at today's press conference. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4598.aspx Mon, 01 Sep 2008 13:16:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4598.aspx Interesting... here's the first article on pulling the redshirt... already... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4539.aspx Sun, 31 Aug 2008 11:47:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4539.aspx Tough loss. No doubt about that. There isn’t a Hokie fan anywhere that isn’t hurting right now. Even though most knowledgeable fans knew that ECU was capable of beating us, not many of thought the Pirates actually would. Surprise. Read more below with the link below... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4526.aspx Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:25:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4526.aspx Hats off to ECU, they made the plays they needed to make to win this game. A lot of people saw this "upset" coming. I hope ECU goes on to have a phenomenal season! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4519.aspx Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:54:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4519.aspx It's not often that the day before college football season begins, I drive by a car dealership whose marquee reads "Beat Va Tech Hokies". In fact, it was a first. As a native of Blacksburg and a graduate of our fine university, the day before the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4482.aspx Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:52:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4482.aspx I don't know if you guys saw it yesterday on College Football live but they were broadcasting from the Clemson - Alabama game venue and someone was holding a big VT banner. You couldn't miss it! When I thought about it, VT is represented at almost every ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4481.aspx Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:20:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4481.aspx Mark Schlabach (ESPN.com) has ECU pulling the upset. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4459.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:07:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4459.aspx Virginia Tech 21ECU 17 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4458.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:01:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4458.aspx Gary - sorry to post your work - you can hate me if you want but I thought this was too good of a read not to share before the game. The article starts on a down note as the detroit free press is now picking the Pirates to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4450.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:26:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4450.aspx Punter Brent Bowden (lower back), back-up RT Richard Graham (ankle) and DE Bruce Taylor (knee) will all play this weekend. Repeat: They’re banged up but WILL PLAY. CB Victor “Macho” Harris is listed as doubtful with his sprained left foot. FB Devin Perez is out with his foot injury. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4447.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:17:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4447.aspx As always a good writeup by Chris Coleman at TSL - I think his opening comments sum up the game very well: Virginia Tech begins the 2008 football season on Saturday with a big game in Charlotte against the East Carolina Pirates. This is a game to be ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4442.aspx Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:23:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4442.aspx We will be facing a mobile QB on Saturday... I can't wait to see Bud's defensive schemes. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4400.aspx Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:57:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4400.aspx Most logical Virginia Tech Hokies football fans realize that redshirting Tyrod Taylor is in the best interest of the team and for T-mobile. There are far too many question marks on the offense this season to run a two-quarterback system; not to mention the fact that if you did, you’d ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4388.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:54:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4388.aspx The news of Tyrod Taylor being redshirted this season was greeted with mostly cheers and nods of approval. This means that Tyrod will theoretically have three full seasons as the undisputed starter for the Hokies. I wrote in an earlier blog post (April 21, 2008) that sitting Taylor would give ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4387.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:52:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4387.aspx I don't like this!! Victor Harris, according to Tucker, most likely will not play. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4385.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:01:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4385.aspx Tailgate Fever rocks http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4379.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:27:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4379.aspx A few good observations by Furrer4heisman in this blog post: Greg Boone will be your starting TE on Saturday - nothing surprising there as he's had a fantastic offseason at just about every offensive position. However what is surprising is Sam Wheeler checking in as the #4 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4372.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:06:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4372.aspx Good interviews with mike ocain and tyrod taylor about the decision to redshirt - tyrods dad also has a really good statement. Again - Kyle's analysis is right on: One thing I should point out here: It’s not completely fair to say Glennon WON the job from ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4364.aspx Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:40:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4364.aspx Seems like the rest of the country is discovering what Frank Beamer and the Hokie Nation already knows: Virginia is a hotbed for High School football talent. Interesting tidbit from the article as other high profile schools have dipped into Tech's recruiting: "The talent in Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4341.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:47:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4341.aspx The column below was posted on April 21, 2008, following the annual spring game. This post was published before Zach Luckett was suspended indefinitely and before Brandon Dillard was lost for the season with a torn Achilles tendon. Those two losses further support the redshirting of Tyrod Taylor. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4339.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:08:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4339.aspx Frank Beamer made it official today at his 1 p.m. press conference. Sean Glennon was named the starter and Tyrod Taylor will redshirt this season. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4331.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:36:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4331.aspx According to the Collegiate Times, a source close to the team said that Frank Beamer is expected to name Sean Glennon the starting QB. The article also states that Tyrod Taylor will redshirt this season. Stay tuned Hokie fans! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4311.aspx Tue, 26 Aug 2008 01:34:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4311.aspx So, it appears that we have ESPN's 3rd broadcasting team, Dave Pasch and Andre Ware (Ware might actually be four or fifth team material). And even in the Jim Weaver publication, they don't say who the QB starter will be... Kenny Lewis, Jr. appears to be the starter at ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4310.aspx Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:06:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4310.aspx Great primer for the ECU game on Saturday - The Hokies will take 10 true freshmen to Charlotte. Not all of them are guaranteed to play. Here is a list of first year players who will be making the trip. Dyrell Roberts WR Xavier Boyce WR ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4302.aspx Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:12:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4302.aspx We're so lucky to have foster... he's Rivals #1 defensive coordinator and I don't know how much longer we can hold onto him... I think what we need to do is set up some type of succession plan where we give him an unspecified sum of X dollars if he ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4292.aspx Sun, 24 Aug 2008 13:10:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4292.aspx We really have a great group of backs... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4290.aspx Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:54:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4290.aspx Happy Birthday, Kyle... he does a great job on Hokie coverage. My predictions... we're going to see 3-4 running backs play at ECU and 2 QBs :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4284.aspx Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:03:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4284.aspx From a receiving standpoint, Boyce led all pass catchers with five receptions. Tight end Greg Boone caught four for 28 yards. Boone, a redshirt junior, also ran the ball twice, and he got into the end zone on one of those carries, scoring on a 30-yard run. - BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4268.aspx Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:56:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4268.aspx Nice write-up by the TSL guys - compares the 2006 defense which had to replace 5 nfl draft pics to this year’s defense. If we could reload in 2006 why can't we reload in 2008? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4253.aspx Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:11:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4253.aspx Here's the Detroit Free Press version of the news on Newsome... Newsome’s father said Michigan will still be considered as his son moves forward with his recruitment. One factor expected to be important, however, is the proximity of a school to his Hampton Roads-area home. Virginia Tech should ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4238.aspx Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:16:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4238.aspx It's official folks - and fresh fuel has been heaped on the already hot rumor mill fires: One of the state’s premier football prospects, Hargrave Military Academy quarterback Kevin Newsome, rejoined the ranks of the uncommitted after informing Michigan that he will consider other schools. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4218.aspx Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:42:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4218.aspx Yesterday the coaches switched stuff up and canceled regular practice. The starters got the day off. The second- and third-stringers were gonna have an impromptu scrimmage, with QBs Tyrod Taylor and Sean Glennon throwing the passes. Lots of info on the practice from super stud Kyle Tucker: ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4216.aspx Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:22:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4216.aspx An interesting blog post by furrer4heisman at GobblerCountry...The post discusses our fans (we're awesome I know) ...but asks a good question that I'm interested in hearing a response to: "Are our expectations for the hokies too low every year? Should we expect a national title every ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4215.aspx Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:13:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4215.aspx With Zach Luckett suspended, here’s how guys are lining up at receiver today: FIRST TEAM: Danny Coale, split end; Dyrell Roberts, flanker; SECOND TEAM: Ike Whitaker, split end; Xavier Boyce, flanker; THIRD TEAM: Jarrett Boykin, split end; Ervin Garner, flanker. And any time there’s a third receiver ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4197.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:18:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4197.aspx “There were some bright spots,” defensive coordinator Greg Blache said. “He's a young guy. His big thing he's got to show us is can he help us on special teams. The big test for him the next two weeks is that can he earn a spot on special teams. If ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4196.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:16:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4196.aspx Good story on Dustin Keys. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4195.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:13:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4195.aspx Great article on Ike Whitaker... he may end up being the Hokie's Comeback Player of the Year... and if the ACC has an award for this, he may get it, too. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4194.aspx Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:10:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4194.aspx Virginia Tech senior defensive end Orion Martin is one of 71 college football players nominated for the American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team. From this group, a panel will select two 11-player teams representing all of college football's subdivisions. Martin, who is from Martinsville, earned the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4185.aspx Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:21:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4185.aspx I want her job... she just copies from newspapers to do her blog. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4165.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:15:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4165.aspx New Virginia defensive coordinator Bob Pruett has been accused of being a central figure in an academic fraud and overpaying football players for various jobs during his 1996-2004 tenure as head coach at Marshall, according to a CBSSports.com story. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4162.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2008 18:42:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4162.aspx I'm not going to be happy if i have to sit thru another UNC, BC (etc, etc, etc) type of game where our offense sputters and coughs...and TSF does bring up some good points that i can't argue with (Bud Foster is keeping vt on the map with short ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4146.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:08:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4146.aspx I'm hoping that this is a practice that continues for the Pirates on August 30 :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4141.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:36:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4141.aspx Luckett, a 6-foot-3, 217-pound redshirt sophomore from Mays Landing, N.J., was suspended after he was charged with a DUI offense. Luckett was one of only two wideouts in Tech's ongoing preseason camp who had a caught a pass in his college career. He had two receptions for 18 yards ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4140.aspx Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:22:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4140.aspx National championships are hard to defend, no matter what the sport. The Virginia Tech bass fishing team found that out first hand last weekend when it failed to defend its 2007 title and finished in 11th place at the College Bass National Championships. I must be the only ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4137.aspx Sun, 17 Aug 2008 19:53:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4137.aspx The more and more I see on Ryan Williams, the more I think he shoud redshirt.... it has to be mind boggling for a freshman RB to come in and learn the playbook, blocking assignments, etc. Can someone add a tag for Ryan Williams? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4116.aspx Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:17:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4116.aspx Even steven on the QB performance. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4113.aspx Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:05:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4113.aspx The only downside for the offense was a lack of discipline away from the ball, as the white jerseys were whistled for 12 penalties totaling 80 yards. Meanwhile, the defense committed no penalties. "The offensive penalties held us back - we were lined up wrong a few ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4112.aspx Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:02:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4112.aspx Nothing earth-shattering in here. The running back stuff is pretty interesting. I think I’ve changed my mind AGAIN on Ryan Williams. I think he plays this season. How much? Not a lot at first, I’d bet. But I think they’ll work him in. In talking to him ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4110.aspx Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:54:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4110.aspx Speaking of Boone … The first loud “BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!” chant – from a crowd of probably 4,000-6,000 – came early, against the second-team defense, when Boone snagged a short pass, turned up field and rumbled forward for 11 yards. It took about five guys to tackle him. Later, he took an ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4109.aspx Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:46:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4109.aspx Washington Post Ranks Hokies #14 Hite watched Louisiana State win the national title last season employing four tailbacks, and "if four of them deserve to play, I'm going to find a way to work all four of them in," he said. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4100.aspx Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:15:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4100.aspx Just 18 years old, Johnson already is a chiseled 6-foot-1, 238 pounds. He runs the 40 in about 4.6 seconds and shows uncanny lateral quickness for his size. He's also stronger than most of the team's veterans, bench-pressing 410 pounds. We've got some great players from Northern Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4099.aspx Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:09:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4099.aspx A VT.FANFOC.US ROADTRIP? LOL http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4072.aspx Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:34:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4072.aspx Here's hoping Ike is successful!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4069.aspx Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:27:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4069.aspx He said something that looks positive, and it's not that we have herpes I've often thought with a decent offense (ranked in the top 30) we would be a top 5'er every year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4046.aspx Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:14:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4046.aspx I am very excited about our o-line (knock on wood)... please redshirt Ryan Williams... he'll get pass-blocking down by next year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4036.aspx Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:27:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4036.aspx Found this on hokiesports.com...thought there'd be some interest considering the games going on. The woman from Latvia was in a couple of my classes. She was a nice gal from what I recall. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4033.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:12:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4033.aspx Some good stuff on our RB's and LB's. I can't wait for Kyle's story on Freshman LB Jake Johnson to be posted. This kid is a beast already and has huge potential as does Freshman LB Allen Stephens. We may have our next Hall and Adibi tandem ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4028.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:50:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4028.aspx ON A KEY TO WILLIAMS PLAYING: “The big thing is me standing behind him. I’m not going to be standing behind him on a game field telling him everything to do. I’ve been reminding him constantly. But I told him after yesterday, it’s up to him now. When he hears ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4019.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:54:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4019.aspx Also, when the starting O-line was in, they were moving the line of scrimmage, opening some holes, and protecting both quarterbacks. Thank heavens. And Macho Harris … Mr. Playmaker. He subbed in for Stephan Virgil, who got a stinger during practice, on the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4018.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:48:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4018.aspx Article on the scrimmage yesterday, offense struggled with fumbles, dropped passes, and running backs running east/west instead of north/south. Oglesby scored the only touchdown in 70+ plays however, the first string only participated in 18. On a good note "Macho" blocked two field goals!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4001.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:08:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.4001.aspx Tech football players with body fat over 30 percent go on a diet. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3992.aspx Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:55:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3992.aspx Good story on Walk-on now scholarship player, Jonas Houseright. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3970.aspx Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:08:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3970.aspx "He's been outstanding," offensive coordinator Mike Martz said. "We're really pleased with him. We grind him pretty good. I don't think he thinks he's doing that good, but he's done a remarkable job." http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3942.aspx Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:34:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3942.aspx True freshman wide receiver Marcus Davis and freshman defensive lineman Joe Jones will both undergo surgery to repair injured right shoulders, according to head athletic trainer Mike Goforth. Both will be out for the year and will take a redshirt year. Goforth also announced that Ron Cooper will also have ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3934.aspx Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:42:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3934.aspx "These guys exude confidence, and they’re both practicing out of their minds right now. As I mentioned before, I’d be surprised if the secondary doesn’t lead this defense." I have a feeling we are going to see people try to run the ball on us this year... I'm excited ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3933.aspx Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:56:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3933.aspx Number 2 - Victor "Macho" Harris After initially declaring for the 2008 NFL draft, Harris returned for his senior season. Combining jaw-dropping athleticism with notable size (6-foot, 195 pounds), Harris is one of the premier defensive backs in college football. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3922.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:35:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3922.aspx I don't think Bryan Stinespring should be allowed to decide LOL http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3911.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:53:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3911.aspx Like Woodson ala Michigan? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3909.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:51:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3909.aspx If anyone has seen my blog, Fire Bryan Stinespring dot blog spot dot com, they know my feelings about Bryan Stinespring... I want more than a top 65 offense this year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3907.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:47:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3907.aspx This isn't new news... but I am really looking forward to seeing Boone this year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3906.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:46:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3906.aspx I didn't think they would separate http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3876.aspx Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:11:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3876.aspx It sounds like Fast Eddie is having a fantastic training camp! According to the attached article he is now practicing with the first team offense and will start in the Broncos' preseason opener against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. "He's earned the chance to start," ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3853.aspx Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:36:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3853.aspx This is good that he gets a chances to play and be close to a family member who has a medical situation. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3822.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:57:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3822.aspx Booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooone. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3819.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:37:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3819.aspx Just ran across this article about Justin Hamilton. The Skins are gonna give him another shot. Very small article, but news is news right? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3817.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:59:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3817.aspx Ugh we lost to 3 teams last season ALL ranked #1 (LSU), #2 (BC in Week 8), #2(Kansas in Week 12) at least at some point in the season. That has to be the hardest schedule in football. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3814.aspx Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:50:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3814.aspx Kyle Tucker posted a blog earlier this evening about the open kicking competition during today's practice session. The early front runner, according to Tucker, is Dustin Keys, who is not on scholarship ... nor were any of the other dozen or so wannabe kickers. Keys even crushed a 54-yarder near ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3798.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2008 22:18:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3798.aspx Duane Brown rocks!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3796.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2008 21:24:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3796.aspx Remember a few years ago when Bruton Smith offered Virginia Tech and Tennessee a bunch of $ to play at Bristol Motor Speedway? Well besides the fact that there is no grass in the infield and the view would have been awful from the stands as some fans would ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3778.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:37:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3778.aspx Really nice article on KLJ and his shoulder rehab - he wanted to get back on the field so bad he was cheating with his rehab and working ahead . Ah the internet age - supposedly he was looking up future exercises on the internet so he could ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3777.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:23:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3777.aspx To countdown the first game on August 30th, vt.FanFoc.us will be releasing a new background every week. Its hump day on week 2 of our countdown to kickoff so the second desktop is here – featuring everyone’s favorite young hokie under center! Please help us ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3775.aspx Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:56:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3775.aspx Great article from Kyle Tucker!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3766.aspx Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:53:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3766.aspx "To be honest, I think we are faster," senior cornerback Macho Harris said. "The coaches even said that. This group can flow. They can run." Junior safety Kam Chancellor smiled when asked about all the speed on defense. "Just looking at the secondary, linebackers, the defensive ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3763.aspx Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:48:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3763.aspx Yes I love Kyle for his no nonsense super information dump style and this post delivers big time. Here's some highlights from Kyle from today's practice: Update on Greg Boone, Sergio Render and Ed Wang (quite the specimens) and Nick Marshman's quest to shed some weight (its ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3748.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:09:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3748.aspx Welcome to the hokie nation Tariq! Mr. Edwards will greyshirt this year and count against our 2010 commit numbers - which is interesting to me as he had 2009 scholarship offers from Clemson, Illinois, Maryland, N.C. State, South Carolina, Tennessee and other schools. Part of the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3747.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:45:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3747.aspx i don't agree with her opinion most of the time, but it's nice to hear about what's happpening 2,439 miles away... in a small town, where 22 players running around a small patch of grass enveloped by a huge stadium seems to affect my saturdays and preseason weekends http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3746.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:08:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3746.aspx "For the second year in a row, head coach Frank Beamer has decided to allow the public to attend Tech's three main fall scrimmages, which will be held in Lane Stadium. The scrimmage dates are Tuesday, August 12, Saturday August 16 and Friday, August 22, and they'll begin at ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3736.aspx Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:24:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3736.aspx The biggest ones that stand out to me is the 40 second play clock and no more horse collar tackling, and hard hits...that's right a hard hit is up to the interpetation of the ref, so that hit we put on Drew Wetherford last year could possibly be a penalty ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3692.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:51:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3692.aspx Sounds like Royal is making quite an impression at the Broncos' training camp. Awesome! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3690.aspx Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:00:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3690.aspx Our Tight Ends will rock this year!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3674.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:32:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3674.aspx Hokiesports.com is cranking it up http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3673.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:31:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3673.aspx Virginia Tech 9 wins (over -135, under +105), Tyrod Taylor to win Heisman 60 to 1 (Sean Glennon not listed) Hokies are 11/10 favorites to win the ACC Coastal Division, 5/2 odds favorites to win the ACC outright and are installed at 40/1 odds to win a BCS National ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3670.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:21:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3670.aspx One of our fans is creating some amazing Virginia Tech football backgrounds and as a countdown the first game on August 30th, vt.FanFoc.us will be releasing a new background every week. The first background is out: Countdown to Kickoff – Week 1: Macho looking ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3659.aspx Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:02:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3659.aspx Theron Norman (think big db like Jimmy Williams) and his favorite target Duan Perez-Means committed to Tech Saturday night - it was a bit of a surprise, even to their high school coach. But Norman, a 6-3 receiver/defensive back, and Perez-Means, a 6-4, tight ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3647.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:48:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3647.aspx Kyle Tucker rocks. It appears that we have 5-6 slots left... who are our top targets? Gosh I'd love to get Kevin Newsome (QB) to de-commit from Michigan... Rich Rodriguez deserves some of the same medicine he tries to give to other coaches. LOL http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3619.aspx Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:33:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3619.aspx Talk about an athletic guy - this article contains some more info about David Wilson, a 5-foot-11, 190-pound running back who is considered by several recruiting analysts to be one of the top five athletes in the country In his junior season, Wilson ran for 1,557 yards ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3572.aspx Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:25:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3572.aspx Not a bad deal for the 42nd pick. I hope eddie puts up monster numbers in Denver. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3565.aspx Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:21:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3565.aspx This season the ACC will use an injury report system very similar to the nfl system - an idea introduced by NCSU coach Tom O’Brien. Previously, each team could release as much, or as little, information about injuries as it deemed necessary. Teams will issue a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3558.aspx Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:22:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3558.aspx I think #9 is going to be a good one. After flying under the radar for awhile - the 6-foot-4, 220-pound defensive end has heated up in the last few months after some impressive camps (4.5 second 40 at the vt camp) and was drawing interest from a number ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3552.aspx Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:55:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3552.aspx By the end of the season, I expect Jason Worilds to be on the team. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3551.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:26:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3551.aspx Listen and understand. That NCAA is out there. It can't be bargained with, it can't be reasoned with. It doesn't feel pity or remorse or fear and it absolutely will not stop, ever, until every division 1A team has a bowl game to go to.... I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3540.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:49:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3540.aspx Semi-off topic article from GobblerCountry this morning - who has the best helmets in the ACC? I don't think his list is all that bad - maybe I just wear orange and maroon glasses. Here are my rankings for the "best looking ACC helmet": ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3536.aspx Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:51:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3536.aspx We have the coaches with the longest tenure (behind Bobby Bowden of course, but his show is essentially, Weekend at Bernies, right now) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3527.aspx Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:50:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3527.aspx 38 days and counting until East Carolina... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3522.aspx Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:47:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3522.aspx This Week on Bleeping Idiots we have a special treat for everyone as we sit down with Virginia Tech Hokies Redshirt Junior Running Back Jahre Cheeseman. BleepingIdiots.com : First off tell us a bit about your injury, and the rehab process behind it. Do you feel ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3514.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:43:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3514.aspx GREENSBORO, Ga. — Virginia Tech senior quarterback Sean Glennon can add a couple more names to his impressive list of superstar advisers. Glennon took a call last season from New England Patriots three-time Super Bowl winning quarterback Tom Brady, who called to compliment the Hokies senior on his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3512.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:23:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3512.aspx Good news for hokie fans - the media thinks your team should be good in 2008! The Virginia Tech football squad was picked as the preseason favorite to win the ACC's Coastal Division by a group of media members assembled at the 2008 ACC Kickoff, being held ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3504.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:43:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3504.aspx Good story about the Glennons http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3502.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:13:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3502.aspx News broke by hokiefaninGA two days ago - Beamerball.com has posted six photos of the much rumored uniform redesign for 2008. I agree with Gobbler country for the most part - for the most part I like them. On a scale of 1 to all maroon (10) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3492.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:43:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3492.aspx The Press Box!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3485.aspx Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:06:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3485.aspx Sorry I've been gone for so long. Things have been crazy! I ran across this article. It basically says that the ACC should have gotten a lot better when it added Tech and BC awhile back. I can't believe that people thought that. It adds a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3481.aspx Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:23:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3481.aspx Here is Glennon, Taylor, and Chancelor in the uniforms. Is it me or does Sean and Tyrod looking bigger? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3473.aspx Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:34:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3473.aspx With everyone talking about how few scholarships VT has to give in 2009 – I think the depth of the VA class and number of quality uncommitted players has been lost in the hubbub. Attached is an article from Doug Doughty that lists the top 11 uncommitted ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3471.aspx Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:43:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3471.aspx nice http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3456.aspx Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:59:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3456.aspx I was showing shaneykakes the custom covers i've done for people and he suggested that i post this so everyone can take a look so everyone enjoy! http://www.flickr.com/photos/13401039@N08/sets/72157605631848830/ If anyone wants to print one out, click on the one you want and Click "All Sizes", ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3451.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:23:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3451.aspx Interesting article, I agree with most of the comparisons. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3446.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:52:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3446.aspx Sounds like Saban's not interested :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3436.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:48:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3436.aspx We have an awesome Hokie fan base!!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3435.aspx Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:47:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3435.aspx Looks like it's pretty certain. I can't wait! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3424.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:22:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3424.aspx I'm really sort of surprised to see us listed so high. But hey, it would be great to see us dominate the line week in and out. In my opinion the OL looked like it was starting to come together at times near the end of last season, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3422.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:20:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3422.aspx Great news for folks looking for tickets to the game but aren't season ticket holders! The Virginia Tech Athletics Ticket Office announced that approximately 1,400 tickets for the Hokies’ season-opening football game against East Carolina in Charlotte, N.C., will go on sale to the general public at 9 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3421.aspx Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:13:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3421.aspx Makes sense that we would be #1 :-) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3406.aspx Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:09:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3406.aspx "Virginia Tech's most recent upgrade of Lane Stadium would have happened without the move to the ACC; it explains much of why the school's football revenue has grown from $21 million in 2002 to an ACC-high $40 million in 2006." http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3405.aspx Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:07:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3405.aspx While nearly 200 high school players headed to the VT camp over the weekend (including some big recruits) - the big news was that Kevin Newsome did not show up. Tech probably has around 10 more 2009 scholarships available and most expect the class to fill up quickly after ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3396.aspx Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:50:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3396.aspx DE Jason Worilds, 6-2, 252, So., Virginia Tech. Scout's take: "This is a man here, folks. Whoa! As an end, strictly relating to NFL potential, he's not the typical size. But he has the get-off move on the edge. Speed, speed, speed. He didn't have any idea what he was ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3389.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:02:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3389.aspx An excellent preview from Collegefootballnews.com http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3385.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:41:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3385.aspx "Joyner enrolled at ECU at the start of the university's second summer session on June 25 and was participating in the team's voluntary workouts. Joyner, 6-foot-2, 195 pounds, was a defensive standout at J.H. Rose High School in Greenville where he won three Class 4A state championships. He was among ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3383.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:39:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3383.aspx Call me domesticated, not a redneck, or just oblivious - but when did VT get a bass fishing team? On top of that, when did they become really good? According to this article, heading into the finals of the Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship (from here on ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3379.aspx Fri, 11 Jul 2008 09:31:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3379.aspx A good preseason overview of the team from ESPN - there won't be much new here for fans who follow the team closely and it seems if the article is written by someone not that familiar with VT football: "Harris is back after averaging 34.7 yards on his six kickoff ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3375.aspx Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:35:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3375.aspx CompughterRatings.com published its 2008 Preseason Rankings for NCAA College Football on July 4th, 2008. The rankings include all 119 FBS teams and feature the Hokies in the #8 spot. Other features posted on CompughterRatings.com include: Top 25 Predictions and Analysis Projected Upsets Biggests Blowouts ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3371.aspx Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:56:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3371.aspx "But Michigan fans breathing a sigh of relief shouldn't feel 100% safe yet, according to Newsome's former high school coach." "Former Western Branch coach Lew Johnston, a close family friend to the Newsome, said Rivals.com's fourth-ranked dual-threat QB of the 2009 class might not be as firm in his ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3347.aspx Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:16:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3347.aspx Interview of Painter, Coles, and ol' juju at the east/ west game. I got it from Hokienation's myspace page. http://hamptonroads.com/2008/07/hokies-well-represented-east-squad-allstar-game http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3339.aspx Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:45:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3339.aspx rivals is saying he tore is achilles tendon and needs surgery. we needed him this year. Great News http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3331.aspx Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:50:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3331.aspx Not sure if it's been on here yet: Freshmen recruits I was hoping Coles(prep'in), Barber(sounds iffy), Mackey(supposed to be late july), and Ju Ju(greyshirt) would be on the team this fall. Amazing how some recruits just never pan out http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3328.aspx Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:29:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3328.aspx Some things I didn't know about Darryl Tapp: He is a spokesperson for some men’s grooming product company He is so involved with charity. He just hosted his second Gentlemen’s Expo He keeps up really well with his family ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3326.aspx Mon, 30 Jun 2008 09:37:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3326.aspx Lots of close games according to these guys but we win them all and face Wake Forest in the ACC Championship game. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3320.aspx Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:39:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3320.aspx What is Brandon Holland's 2006 Chick-Fil-A Bowl Championship ring for sale on ebay? I guess he's really needs the cash - for $1,150 it's yours http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3318.aspx Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:50:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3318.aspx I like some of the ideas brought up in this article. I think a VT - UVa at a place like FedEx field would pretty cool for both parties, however, the boo hoo Hoo's don't usually have the national clout to make fans outside of Virginia/the ACC care. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3308.aspx Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:02:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3308.aspx So it appears the hokies will have new jerseys this season. However, its unclear whether these are the actual designs. A similar design also appears on Eastbay.com. I'll keep posted with any new information I find. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3300.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:37:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3300.aspx http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3455278 Enjoy your laugh! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3296.aspx Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:09:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3296.aspx I have a really good feeling about this one - his speed and athleticism have X Part II written all over him. Congrats and welcome to the hokie nation! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3293.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:42:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3293.aspx A week or so ago EA sports posted the team ratings for NCAA Football 2009 (see attached article) – so I figured I would sort and compile the rankings for here Top 25 Georgia (99 overall, 99 offense, 99 defense) Ohio State (99 overall, 99 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3284.aspx Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:30:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3284.aspx It would appear that the Atlanta Falcons are cleaning house of any former Hokies. At one time, they had five former Tech players on their roster. Now, Michael Vick is the only Techster still officially on the roster and that won't be for much longer. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3278.aspx Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:33:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3278.aspx I never noticed until this year how many articles are written about rookie WR's in the NFL. It seems like every year I'm struggling to find news about VT alum in training camps - but this year I come across an article about Harper, Royal or Morgan every other ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3276.aspx Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:30:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3276.aspx Well I'm not sure what type of chance he will have to win this award if he ends up splitting time with Tmobile but according to the award's official website - Sean Glennon was just added to the 2008 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm preseason watch list (awarded to the most ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3261.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:22:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3261.aspx Marcus Vick is slowly proving to the world that completely incapable of making any life choices. If you are drunk - do you get in your car and drive around? What if you've had multiple encounters with the law, you are drunk and want to argue with someone? ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3260.aspx Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:42:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3260.aspx Definitely looks a bit undersized and does a bit of running away - however there are plenty of nice moves and deep snags in this video. Welcome to the hokie nation Nubian! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3257.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:22:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3257.aspx An article about Josh Morgan's performance in organized team activities this week - after some mistakes by the offense early in the week by the offense - Josh came back and had some big plays. Josh still feels like he has a long way to go and lots of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3256.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:40:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3256.aspx An article about the #21 ILB recruit who visited Tech this weekend - Telvion Clark . It appears that tech is applying some pressure to get his commitment sooner rather than later after our recruiting class filled up half way in the last few days (the article ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3255.aspx Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:34:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3255.aspx Some great news for Tech football fans - VT orthopedic team physician, Marc Siegel, says that both Kenny Lewis Jr and Jahre Cheeseman are doing great and both are on track for a return to action in August. Specifically he says that Jahre is already off of crutches and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3249.aspx Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:51:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3249.aspx As many guessed - a number of commitments have rolled in after the tech's camp this weekend as the Hokies have picked up their fourth commitment in three days. The latest is Nubian Peak – a 5’ 11”, 185 running back from Pulaski County. While peak played in ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3247.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:10:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3247.aspx Hokies - meet Cody Journell a kicker commitment for the 2009 recruiting class. Cody (from Giles County) has been a vt fan all of his life and after getting the scholarship offer from Billy Hite never really considered another school. I am shocked how much kicking talent we ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3245.aspx Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:59:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3245.aspx Good article by TSL comparing and contrasting the offensive lines around the ACC focusing on depth and experience. Believe it or not the Hokies offensive line actually looks really good on paper in 2008 however this is more because of the lack of experience, talent or depth on the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3240.aspx Sun, 08 Jun 2008 16:49:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3240.aspx The nine month commitment drought for the 2009 recruiting class was broken yesterday when Frank Beamer received verbal commitments from James Hopper of Fayetteville, NC, and Jerrodd Williams of Central, SC (the second and third of the 2009 class). James Hopper (CB - 5' 9" and 179 lbs) of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3239.aspx Sun, 08 Jun 2008 16:25:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3239.aspx Almost half of the top 30 2009 recruits in Virginia have already been snapped up by other teams. Tech should be able to close some ground over the next few weeks tho. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3234.aspx Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:33:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3234.aspx You know the age old saying: if you can't beat em' - install nicer toilets? Well according to this article it's duke's new strategy to fill the stands in the high school football stadium the blue devils call home. Duke plans in install high-end portable toilets ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3232.aspx Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:22:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3232.aspx A few of these were already known from other team websites: East Carolina (Charlotte, NC - Aug 30) = noon Furman (Blacksburg - Sept 6) = 1:30 PM Georgia Tech (Blacksburg - Sept 13) = 3:30 PM Maryland (Blacksburg - Nov 6) = 7:30 PM ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3219.aspx Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:40:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3219.aspx Lane stadium is mentioned not once but twice in the trailer for the new NCAA 2009 video game. Some of the features actually sound pretty cool - they put a lot of work into creating a more realistic stadium experience – both on the sidelines and in ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3218.aspx Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:03:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3218.aspx for the folks that dont really know about the beamer era heres a lesson fofr yeah http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3209.aspx Wed, 28 May 2008 21:51:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3209.aspx Well, not yet, but if these awards keep rolling in I wouldn't be surprised if Obama or McCain tried to get her on the ticket. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3199.aspx Wed, 28 May 2008 09:14:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3199.aspx hokies get some good luck charms form beamer while others say good luck to the team! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3197.aspx Tue, 27 May 2008 21:39:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3197.aspx I've really enjoyed reading about VT Softball this season, and it looks like they'll kick off their first ever VT appearance in the Women's World Series on Thursday, ESPN. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3196.aspx Tue, 27 May 2008 11:56:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3196.aspx Carl Robison is believed to be the oldest living VT football player having graduated in 1934. He played LB and TB and as a starter only missed 5 minutes of playing time when he went off the field to get a shot. He actually looks pretty spry getting ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3195.aspx Sat, 24 May 2008 11:45:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3195.aspx I really don’t get this article – it starts out with some harsh criticism of the ACC from Heather Dinich (where is the love? You used to cover the terps?). Yes – the ACC as a whole hasn’t played well in national games over the last ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3192.aspx Fri, 23 May 2008 12:39:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3192.aspx Not very much about Branden's play on the field thus far - but an interesting read about Branden and his relationship with Patrick Surtain. The two are related (distantly) and have kept in touch over the years - and now they will be starting together for Kansas City. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3189.aspx Thu, 22 May 2008 14:08:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3189.aspx Recently, University of Texas Coach Mack Brown helped raise money for an endowed professor of Global Affairs that will be in his name (see attached article). I must admit, at first glance this seemed a little strange to me. Does he have a particular interest in world ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3165.aspx Mon, 19 May 2008 17:43:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3165.aspx Good move. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3164.aspx Mon, 19 May 2008 16:50:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3164.aspx Definitely not good news for the Hokies' recruiting class. Amherst County High School standout QB and Virginia Tech recruit Peter Rose was arrested this morning on marijuana and other drug charges as part of a 10-month undercover investigation. Read more at VTHokieFans.com http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3159.aspx Fri, 16 May 2008 16:55:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3159.aspx If you spend 90% of your free time following football (like me) - it's really never too early to start talking about preseason polls. No matter what you think about the preseason polls - they are a fact of life in college football... Well the hokies ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3154.aspx Wed, 14 May 2008 13:19:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3154.aspx I'm bored - so I'm sending some love to a hokie (who i thought had one of the best springs and has emerged as a FORCE at a crowded TE position) - Mr Greg Boone. Enjoy Is it July 30th yet? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3152.aspx Mon, 12 May 2008 12:33:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3152.aspx According to the Winnipeg Free Press - the CFL Blue Bombers are close to a deal with one of my favorite hokies. Even if a contract is struck - Randall will still have to make the team during the five practice sessions for rookies before main camp opens. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3147.aspx Thu, 08 May 2008 12:43:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3147.aspx Very good article by Chris Coleman at TSL that looks at what makes the VT running game tick. Looking over the last nine years he identifies three key elements: the offensive line, a two-back system in the backfield and a mobile QB. While the article is hardly scientific ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3146.aspx Tue, 06 May 2008 12:41:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3146.aspx An interesting article digging into why Vince went undrafted in April. The article focuses mostly on the knee injury on the wave runner before the Orange Bowl - which sounds like it was a lot worse than the "bruise" that we heard in the media. Vince ended up ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3145.aspx Tue, 06 May 2008 12:34:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3145.aspx The madness won't end, as the NCAA approved a 34th bowl game which will be played at Tropicana Field (home of MLB's Tampa Bay Devil Rays) and will feature a Big East team vs a Conference USA team. This now means that there will be more division ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3144.aspx Mon, 05 May 2008 14:53:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3144.aspx This just in, since 64 teams going to bowl games is not nearly enough - the NCAA has approved a 33rd bowl sure to please fans of baseball, aging stadiums and mediocre football everywhere! The "Congressional" Bowl will be played on Saturday Dec. 20th in Washington, DC in either ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3139.aspx Thu, 01 May 2008 13:04:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3139.aspx Well the waiting is over now - the BCS officially rejected a four team playoff system (or plus one format) and the BCS will remain the way it is until 2014 (at least). According to the article: "In the end, only the SEC and ACC wanted to even ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3136.aspx Thu, 01 May 2008 12:29:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3136.aspx A good post from a Houston Texans blog about Xavier Adibi. That's one thing i hate about April every year - reading all the accolades and wrap-ups of Hokie's careers as the draft nears – sometime in May it hits me that some of my favorite players ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3134.aspx Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:15:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3134.aspx In addition to the eight Tech players who were drafted over the weekend, five more have signed free agent contracts since the draft ended. That makes a total of 13 rookies from Virginia Tech who will be in camps across the NFL over the summer. Quick summary of the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3121.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:45:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3121.aspx This article focuses on Hall and Parker signing free agent contracts, but if you read the article it shows you a lot of other guys from Tech who were signed post draft. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3120.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:31:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3120.aspx A number of us have been talking about (read: bashing) three congressmen who are suggesting that the BCS system is illegal. I started writing back to that thread but it got way too involved and this blog post was created to keep everyone’s brains from hurting. I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3107.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:41:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3107.aspx A good article about the fastest guy on the team that had a really good spring game - who also is a walk on who has yet to be rewarded a scholarship - Brandon Dillard. I believe Brandon is a competitor who will accomplish great things for ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3094.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:42:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3094.aspx Aaron McFarling ditches the warm and fuzzies in this article to tackle a really good question - if the coaches declare Sean Glennon the outright starter for 2008 should Tyrod redshirt next season? We'll all have to wait till fall practice for an answer but at this early juncture ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3093.aspx Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:25:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3093.aspx so i went to the VT spring game today and it was alot of fun, i think that the Loss of Branden Ore will do nothing bad to this team because Darren Evans is a beast and will be a dominator. First off, the white team led by Glennon ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3083.aspx Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:29:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3083.aspx I'm sure most of you have seen this as it was on hokiesports.com. but wow i like those jerseys. Heres the link http://www.hokiesports.com/football/recaps/20080418aaa.html and can anyone tell me where i can buy one of those?!! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3081.aspx Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:03:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3081.aspx We now know the destinations of two of the players not on the roster at the start of spring practice this year - running back Elan Lewis and linebacker Matt Wright. Both plan to enroll at Deleware State University (NCAA I-AA) in the fall. Very little about reasons ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3072.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:32:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3072.aspx If you've read a few articles by Aaron - you know he likes to sprinkle a bunch of cheese and sugar on his articles. This article is no exception - focusing on the relationship between Darren Evans and his son and wife back in indy. I'm ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3070.aspx Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:20:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3070.aspx Good article by Randy King about a player that has really impressed me (and obviously the coaches too) this spring: Mr. Dorian Porch. While i did suspect that he was going to play his way into the starting rover role this spring - I didn't realize he was almost ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3057.aspx Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:15:29 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3057.aspx No. 1 tailback Kenny Lewis is out for six months after shoulder surgery. No. 2 tailback Jahre Cheeseman broke his leg during Friday’s scrimmage and his surgery will sit him down until August. Tyrod Taylor’s sprained foot will keep him out of the rest of spring practice, which means we ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3054.aspx Mon, 14 Apr 2008 23:00:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3054.aspx Mr. George George IV from Salem, VA has accepted an offer as an invited walk-on at Virginia Tech. George picked the Hokies over a similar offer to walk on at Virginia and also turned down an appointment at the Naval Academy. He played tight end and defensive end ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3053.aspx Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:14:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3053.aspx Just came across this article to add to hokiefaninGA and hokieballa. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3048.aspx Sun, 13 Apr 2008 14:35:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3048.aspx ugh another one bites the dust this spring but yep the good news he willl be back in the fall! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3047.aspx Sat, 12 Apr 2008 23:02:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3047.aspx I'm not quite sure what the Virginian-Pilot has Kyle Tucker doing in the offseason - but he's sure back with a vengeance today with a long spring practice post. (Needless to say i'm pretty big fan of Kyle’s and think he does some great work) Honestly - i ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3034.aspx Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:29:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3034.aspx Anyone else want Kansas to lose tonight's basketball game because of this past football season? I sure as hell do. Bitterness lasts entirely too long. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3024.aspx Mon, 07 Apr 2008 21:23:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3024.aspx The boys had a little scrimmage the other day, enjoy! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3012.aspx Sun, 06 Apr 2008 09:50:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3012.aspx Brett Clay aggravated a knee injury during practice last week and has decided to end his football career with the pirates. After starting five games in 2007 for East Carolina (including the VT game) Clay was expected to be the starting QB for the VT game on Aug 30, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3009.aspx Fri, 04 Apr 2008 11:49:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3009.aspx I wasn't that surprised this spring to hear that macho was going to be working with the offense for the first few practices - VT has done it before (dLo), Victor is a stud and we sure need the help at WR. However I was shocked to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3006.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:50:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3006.aspx It looks like Bryan is going to have no shortage of job offers this spring - according to the Winnipeg Free Press - the Blue Bombers are courting Bryan to play in the CFL. So it looks like Bryan can now have his pick between the AAFL (where ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3002.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:47:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.3002.aspx Just a small article on Kenny Lewis and his reaction to Ore leaving and the vacant spot available. At the end of the article though, it shows that Ed Wang is moving to Duane Brown's old position. New news to me. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2998.aspx Wed, 02 Apr 2008 09:03:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2998.aspx A pretty good wrap-up of the state of the RB spot now that Ore and Elan have moved on. The article starts with a recap of Jahre going to class and not believing Cody Grimm about Ore's locker being cleaned out and talks about the players who will be ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2983.aspx Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:29:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2983.aspx In an effort to continue my steak of non-football related articles today – I am adding this post to FanFoc.us. I know softball isn't exactly on the TV every Sunday in all of your houses. Ditto here - pretty much the only thing i knew about ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2970.aspx Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:48:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2970.aspx Just to add a little to Hokie Dave's Spring Training post, here is a small article on Macho playing on the offensive side of the ball and his thoughts on it. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2965.aspx Thu, 27 Mar 2008 09:05:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2965.aspx Good interview with Beamer regarding Spring Ball. I didn't realize we lost all but one man on Special Teams. Interesting switches on several different positions. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2951.aspx Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:11:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2951.aspx Just came across this article. It's good to see that he is enrolling at a different college. I had no idea that a rule existed that stops him from enrolling at another D-1A school. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2949.aspx Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:22:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2949.aspx Fairly decent interview with T-moble...nothing that will really blow your skirt up though! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2936.aspx Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:38:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2936.aspx Branden Ore Timeline 2003 Rushed for 1,280 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior at Indian River High School in Chesapeake, VA who also saw a lot of time in the secondary (70 tackles and 3 interceptions). Ranked the #18 player in the state and #26 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2934.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2008 22:29:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2934.aspx This article includes info on Ore and his dismissal...but also includes info on Devin Radford, Elan Lewis and Matt Wright who were also announced to be off the team yesterday - which was kinda lost in all the hoopla surrounding Ore. Devin Radford (r-Soph TB) - ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2932.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:03:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2932.aspx wow didn't think this would happen...guess ryan williams and the tt special are in the backfield.... http://www.hokiesports.com/football/recaps/20080319aaa.html http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2914.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:31:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2914.aspx So word on the blogosphere is that bore is officially off the team! Anybody else hearing the same thing or got more info? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2906.aspx Wed, 19 Mar 2008 09:03:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2906.aspx I've gotta tell ya, I've never liked the Yankees. I still don't like them, but this article made me soften a little in my hatred for them. I'll never be a fan of their higher ups, and while I dislike a lot of the players on the team, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2905.aspx Tue, 18 Mar 2008 21:26:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2905.aspx Pretty random complaint, but I don't like that the ECU game is not at ECU, but in Charlotte. I realize that this is completely selfish because I am hopefully moving to Greenville this summer as my girlfriend starts her graduate work. I saw the fact that Tech is on ECU's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2887.aspx Sat, 15 Mar 2008 11:09:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2887.aspx Alright guys....its been months since the abysmal loss to Kansas (sorry for the reminder). I have officially come out of hibernation and can rear my head against the pain that I have been feeling since that game. I needed some time off to forget about college football for a while, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2863.aspx Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:04:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2863.aspx So here is the latest on the Crapaliers. They should be run into the ground this season after their locker rooms seem to be clearing out. Maybe they shouldn't have given Groh an extension. Let's hear them try to hang it over our heads that we had a pair of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2862.aspx Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:55:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2862.aspx I would love to be clever enough to have made this up – but I didn’t. ESPN is reporting that a 12 year old boy applied for the vacant WVU head coaching position in December of 2007. Joshua Irizarry outlined his skills in a letter to West Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2842.aspx Mon, 10 Mar 2008 11:11:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2842.aspx Some good news for pretty much everyone but VT students and facility/staff - as it's almost impossible to get tickets to the upcoming VT-NY yankees exhibition game if you don't fall into those groups or weren't directly affected by 4/16. The game will be broadcast on tv in the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2827.aspx Thu, 06 Mar 2008 12:19:15 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2827.aspx I can't believe Wisconsin changed the schedule. Small article, but I'm still looking for more. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2822.aspx Tue, 04 Mar 2008 23:04:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2822.aspx Your #11 women's track and field team dominated the ACC Indoor Championship last week in route to repeating as ACC champions. Hats off to the lady hokies and the big win! In other news - pre-spring practice strength and conditioning numbers are out: Opposing quarterbacks be ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2814.aspx Mon, 03 Mar 2008 12:09:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2814.aspx I've been collecting stats for a combine results article since monday - just haven't had time to sit down and finish the thing. TSL just put out this nice wrap-up so I'm posting it to save me some time as it contains almost all the stats I've compiled. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2806.aspx Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:09:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2806.aspx The Wahoos coming season appears to be getting worse. They've now lost the heir apparent to Chris Long on the D-Line: See the story here . Is it possible that they will be fighting with Duke for the cellar in the ACC? How JOYFUL would ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2790.aspx Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:42:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2790.aspx After spending 2 years at Florida State it looks like former 4 star WR Damon McDaniel will enroll at Virginia Tech. Damon committed alongside Percy Harvin back in 2006 on ESPNEWS where he chose the Noles over the Hokies. McDaniel was the rated as the 2nd best player ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2789.aspx Thu, 28 Feb 2008 08:29:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2789.aspx NCAA 2009 is looking for a mascot for it's cover. Go here and vote. A pop up will come up, but don't close it. Click on Vote Now, then you have to choose our conference and scroll over. Not as complicated as I'm making it sound. Vote once a day. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2788.aspx Wed, 27 Feb 2008 20:08:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2788.aspx Well with two games left the Hokies have assured themselves atleast a .500 conference record and could finish at 10-6! Who would have guessed that at the first of the season? I am very happy with what I've seen no matter what happens the rest of the way out. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2782.aspx Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:20:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2782.aspx Actually read this article soon after signing day and forgot about it - but i haven't seen it posted here yet so I figured i would share. Doug Doughty from roanoke.com takes a shot at trying to figure out how tech (currently standing at 126 signed scholarship players for ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2774.aspx Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:11:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2774.aspx Well, as the season gets closer, I get more and more excited, and then I say to myself "Oh yeah, Glennon" I want to say that Glennon was pretty productive towards the end of the season last year and I hate when people bash collegiate athletes in a negative manner, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2769.aspx Mon, 25 Feb 2008 21:03:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2769.aspx Our son Nicholas will be 3-years-old in May, but has already been to four Virginia Tech mens basketball games and LOVES it! He begs us to take him back to the games and is constantly asking us, "Go see the Hokies?" Nic has already memorized the music to the Tech ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2757.aspx Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:15:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2757.aspx As the nfl combine swings into full gear this weekend - something that I think deserves a lot more attention is just how many hokies are participating in the combine this year – here are the top ncaa schools (ranked by # of participants): USC 12 Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2748.aspx Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:50:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2748.aspx Quick around the ACC tour of the 12 teams by Bill - all in all a pretty good primer for the storylines in spring practice for each team. It would appear from his previews that Bill thinks F$U and VT will meet in the ACCCG... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2746.aspx Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:45:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2746.aspx Quick read about an event organized by Hokies United to support the NIU community. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2743.aspx Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:07:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2743.aspx I came across this little article about how both conferences stack up. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2742.aspx Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:09:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2742.aspx Here is some transcripts from Coach Beamer's live chat via beamerbal.com http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2741.aspx Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:12:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2741.aspx VT released details of the upcoming exhibition game between your virginia tech hokies and the ny yankees. 3,000 tix will be available to students, 1,000 to facility/staff (both via online lottery) and the final 1,000 tickets are earmarked for those most affected by 4/16. VT is also working ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2736.aspx Fri, 15 Feb 2008 16:39:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2736.aspx This isn't the greatest article, but it gives a little bit of info. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2730.aspx Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:27:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2730.aspx A good article by Chris Coleman which brings up a number of points we've overlooked thus far about the 2008 schedule: 1) there are some fantastic road trips to make this year (UNC just got added to my list)2) Our schedule sets up poorly when you compare our time ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2723.aspx Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:21:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2723.aspx ESPN released it’s “way-too-early” preseason college football top 25 poll today and the Hokies are ranked No. 11. OK … first, it is entirely too early to have a preseason college football poll of any kind, but I give ESPN’s Mark Schlabach credit for admitting as much. That being said, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2713.aspx Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:36:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2713.aspx check out this video... Fields of Glory: Lane Stadium - Part 1 of 3 Fields of Glory: Lane Stadium - Part 2 of 3 Fields of Glory: Lane Stadium - Part 3 of 3 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2709.aspx Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:26:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2709.aspx I am just trying to get some opinions on which teams you all think will go undefeated or be in the running for the National Championship this year. Southern Cal and Ohio State play each other in week 3 so that will put one of them to rest early ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2704.aspx Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:27:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2704.aspx Virginia Tech released its 2008 football schedule and that means it’s time for me to make my annual pre-preseason predictions. Last year, I predicted a 10-2 regular season, which is what the Hokies ended up with. However, I missed two games: I predicted a win against Boston College and loss ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2683.aspx Sat, 09 Feb 2008 00:23:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2683.aspx Nothing to get too excited about, but I found this article on a Kicker/Punter. Looks like a late signing. Kind of an overlooked position, but this could help. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2682.aspx Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:38:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2682.aspx Nothing shocking here – we get East Carolina and Furman and three "home" games to start the season. We have our normal dual Thursday night set in the middle of the season. We get 4 games and 2 acc games to get ready for Nebraska. I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2678.aspx Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:36:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2678.aspx This kid is a BEAST! Check out these highlights. http://msnbc2.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=56737 Sport=1 http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2664.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:04:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2664.aspx great read on recruit ryan williams http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2660.aspx Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:51:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2660.aspx More good news for the hokies in the recruiting world over the weekend when Randall Dunn choose the hokes over UVA and UNC (he had offers from numerous schools including WVU and Penn State). He is rated somewhere between #15 to #25 among Virginia recruits (depending on what website ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2646.aspx Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:37:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2646.aspx Pretty good recruiting article on all the ACCCD teams![ here ] ( http://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/recruiting/football/columns/story?columnist=tucker_billy id=3219993 ) http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2629.aspx Fri, 01 Feb 2008 20:58:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2629.aspx More good recruiting news for the hokies. Today All-Tidewater defensive lineman Joe Jones from Green Run High School in Virginia Beach has made an oral commitment to Virginia Tech. Jones is rated the 27th best senior in Virginia by the roanoke times. 6' 3" 245 ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2617.aspx Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:13:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2617.aspx This is a great read featuring an interview with Bryan Randall, who made an official visit to UT in 2000, but they wanted him to play safety and the Hokies said, come to Blacksburg and you can play QB ... destiny, my friends, destiny. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2608.aspx Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:13:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2608.aspx Bryan Randall, one of the most beloved football players in Virginia Tech’s history is back in professional football. Team Tennessee (that’s the official name of the team) selected Randall with the No. 2 overall pick in the inaugural All American Football League (AAFL) draft. He was actually taken ahead of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2605.aspx Sat, 26 Jan 2008 16:05:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2605.aspx I was perusing the football message board at TechSideline.com and came across a post that questioned whether Virginia Tech offensive coordinator Bryan Stinespring violated NCAA Recruiting rules by specifically mentioning a recruits name and his potential role with the team before the recruit signed the official letter of intent. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2585.aspx Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:09:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2585.aspx Bobby Massie, the 6'8" 335 lb offensive line recruit, has decommitted from VT and will attend prep school. I don't know any more details because I am not a member of rivals.com where I saw the headline. If anyone on here has a membership please post more details. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2578.aspx Sat, 19 Jan 2008 15:51:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2578.aspx Better than average article by Randy King - lots of stuff: (As has been done on this site) draws many parallels between Ore and MV2 - "Ore had better be good over the next 12 months" - yawn Cory Holt is going to work at ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2571.aspx Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:13:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2571.aspx With Ore's return, the Virginia Tech backfield is loaded with talent including redshirt freshmen Josh Oglesby and Darren Evans as well as sophomores Jahre Cheeseman and Kenny Lewis Jr. Not to be forgotten in the conversation is Rivals100 running back Ryan Williams who committed to the Hokies last week. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2563.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:22:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2563.aspx Looks bore withdrew his name from the draft and is still enrolled at Va Tech according to Va Techs myspace page. One can only hope he'll stay injury, and trouble free and come out playing next year the way he ended this one. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2562.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:18:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2562.aspx I am sure most West Virginia fans are great people. But the ones I remember from trips to Morgantown are the ones that harassed my sister when she was a kid, that throw stuff at you in the stands (batteries?), and that try to pick fights when you're leaving. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2554.aspx Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:26:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2554.aspx I created a first stab at a 2008 depth chart here . Basically I just took last year’s depth chart – cleared off any guys we know are leaving and moved the younger guys in their place. I tried to incorporate any changes the coaches have alluded ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2534.aspx Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:47:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2534.aspx Two players enrolled early and are in classes already while Ben Barber apparently has not qualified, which means his future with the Hokies is now up in the air. Also, two former 4-star recruits, Matt Welsh and Andrew Bowman will not be back for the 2008 season. Both were highly ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2531.aspx Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:42:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2531.aspx This is pretty cool. Shows where the recruits the two schools are coming from. You can also click on the names and get some basic info on the recruit. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2528.aspx Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:49:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2528.aspx Nothing too different from what we've already heard but more about both Harris and Ore. Some "nuggets" of information: Flowers is projected to be a second round pick Macho will take Flower's boundary corner position Stephan Virgil (soph), Rashad Carmichael (r-soph) and Cris Hill (r-fresh) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2526.aspx Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:27:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2526.aspx It's from Kyle Tucker who is usually on point and contains quotes from Torrian Gray so it sounds pretty credible. At least it gives me lots of hope that Macho will be in orange and maroon next season. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2518.aspx Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:21:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2518.aspx So the word on the street, or the Va Tech myspace page is that Macho had a change of heart and Ore is declaring for the draft...possibly in light of his recent involvement in Fed court? Any body hearing the same thing or more concrete evidence? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2516.aspx Mon, 14 Jan 2008 21:24:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2516.aspx Told ya so! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2507.aspx Sun, 13 Jan 2008 01:57:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2507.aspx Fresh off the presses my fine hokie friends! Here it is - The Hokie 300 Trailer 2. As I watch the original almost daily - I was very excited for the next version to come out (by same author). So many great plays ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2480.aspx Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:17:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2480.aspx This is a pretty scarey article about B ORE getting into some trouble last summer. Ya'll may have heard about it already but it was news to me. The just of it is he had to testify in court yesterday for a buddy who apparently threw a bag of crack ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2466.aspx Thu, 10 Jan 2008 23:06:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2466.aspx A great overview of which players are gone and which players are expected to step up. I am a bit concerned about the defensive front. We lose three of four starters - Orion Martin being the lone returner. Brett Warren proved he can play mike backer. Another area of concern ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2465.aspx Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:33:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2465.aspx I wrote this article last night and it might come across harsher than I intended, but oh well. My main point is that I want Beamer to end up in the same conversation as Tom Osbourne and Bobby Bowden when his career is done, and he is a little more ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2462.aspx Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:31:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2462.aspx Hopefully reliving just the good highlights will cheer some of us up. There were some great plays, mostly on defense, including two outstanding plays by Cody Grimm. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2456.aspx Wed, 09 Jan 2008 22:05:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2456.aspx Starting center Ryan Shuman will have to sit out spring practice after knee surgery. Wide receiver Ben Barber, defensive tackle Courtney Prince and linebacker Alonzo Tweedy will begin classes next Monday at Tech, which is the start of the spring semester. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2454.aspx Wed, 09 Jan 2008 21:32:32 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2454.aspx Three top ten finishes in four seasons - not too bad! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2442.aspx Tue, 08 Jan 2008 19:26:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2442.aspx Pretty interesting article. I don't think it will be taking over for the Hokie Bird, but you never know. Maybe we can put one of those glass chambers in it and make a robo-cow.... That would be a sweet mascot. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2432.aspx Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:32:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2432.aspx I interrupt all day Stinespring news for something (anything) else. I hate bad national championship games and bad superbowls – a blowout game just makes you feel like the system is suspect and bad about the whole year... I obviously thought it was a mistake ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2429.aspx Tue, 08 Jan 2008 08:49:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2429.aspx Ironically enough, MV's getting transferred to, of all places, Kansas. Besides this, upon completion of a drug treatment program, his sentence may get decreased by up to a year. Not sure if I agree with the reduction in sentence. Is it a sign of a progressive penitentiary system or an ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2422.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:07:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2422.aspx Good grief - this is probably the most flowery of all the Roth Reports. Talk about damage control. Here are the highlights from the "state-run" publication: After a great regular season, Tech didn't play as well as it could in its bowl game and lost a game it ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2421.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:14:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2421.aspx I'm glad these conversations are taking place. Something needs to happen, especially after an unpredictable year like this season. So, as I see it, this pretty much is a playoff system whether they want to call it that or not. It's funny how people will tweak something and call it ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2418.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:19:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2418.aspx I was having a pretty one-sided argument with a colleague about Bryan Stinespring's performance as Virginia Tech's offensive coordinator during the last six seasons. His rationale was that Virginia Tech has won at least 10 games four straight seasons. I countered with some pretty damning statistics of BS-led offenses since ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2417.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 13:35:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2417.aspx A great article by Aaron McFarling at the Roanoke Times . This pretty much hit the nail on the head in my opinion. I think he should have been a little harder on Stiney, but the ultimate responsibility for offensive play calling falls squarely on the shoulders of Frank ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2413.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 06:38:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2413.aspx brandon flowers is foregoing his senior season and heading to the nfl...which leaves our defense even more depleated next season. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2411.aspx Mon, 07 Jan 2008 01:07:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2411.aspx Yet another fine commitment for the hokies from Florida - especially in an area of need for 2008. Tucker jumped up to three stars on rivals over the summer after he bulked up (from a 250 pound junior linebacker) and worked out as a lineman. Welcome to the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2409.aspx Sun, 06 Jan 2008 22:53:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2409.aspx Huge pick up by the Hokies announced today... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2401.aspx Sat, 05 Jan 2008 15:45:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2401.aspx Fact: if you establish a solid running game, all you need to do after this, unless you are losing by 3 touchdowns, is run the damn ball 80-90% of the time. Ore was shredding Kansas' defense over and over and over and over again. Lewis Jr. was doing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2400.aspx Sat, 05 Jan 2008 10:39:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2400.aspx Please excuse me while I vent a bit. I am born and bred Blacksburgian and spent six quality years as a Hokie. I crossed the drill field in the blizzards and gusty winds. I have made the trip from McBryde to Litton Reeves when classes were ten ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2389.aspx Fri, 04 Jan 2008 11:21:55 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2389.aspx We lost tonight...we played a good game...we can hash out the details tomorrow. But right now I have to say THANKS COACH BEAMER, FOSTER, THE STAFF, AND THE SENIORS FOR AN EXCELLENT SEASON!!! We'll be OK next year too! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2385.aspx Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:29:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2385.aspx This is an interesting article from ESPN Page 2 that talks about the history of honoring fallen friends, family and heroes on jerseys. Of course, Virginia Tech is heavily referenced and there are some great pictures of professional teams and athletes with an assortment of Virginia Tech logos honoring the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2375.aspx Thu, 03 Jan 2008 16:08:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2375.aspx I realize that this might not be funny to everyone, but I thought it was amusing and even a little entertaining. The funniest line... Kansas Fan: "Who did you guys play? Oooooh! Boston College? How many wins did they have?" VT Fan: "Ten." Kansas ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2369.aspx Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:02:12 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2369.aspx A good article about the evolution of Tech's second go 'round with the two-quarterback system. We all remember the first debacle in 2003 with Bryan Randall (Tech's best quarterback ever in my opinion) and Marcus Vick. The question I have is, what about next year? Glennon will be back and ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2354.aspx Thu, 03 Jan 2008 09:39:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2354.aspx By this point everyone knows that Kansas is one of three teams in the nation to have 1 (or less) loss and their coach ( Mark Mangino ), makes Ralph Friedgen look like a runway model. Lots is being said on TV an online - so let’s break down ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2349.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 22:04:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2349.aspx Not a particularly great article overall but it claims that Victor "Macho" Harris is named after his father (Victor Jr) and a village people lyric (Macho Man). Seriously "Macho" - I'm gonna tell you this because I like you. I know the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2348.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 19:02:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2348.aspx The most interesting thing about this article is that the two quarterbacks went to a Widespread show last summer together. Good news Tech fans: the Kansas quarterbacks are stoners . Bring some Doritos to distract them in between licks by Adibi and Warren and we're good to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2341.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:56:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2341.aspx Another hilarious installment from the comedy team at TailGateFever.com . Here are some highlights: Kansas is a square state located somewhere near Nebraska Congratulations Wahoos, you now only have the stupidest post-touchdown celebration east of the Mississippi. ...in the event ZZ ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2336.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 13:41:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2336.aspx Seems like Vince banged his knee up, and it is worse than people think. He has hardly practiced this week. Looks like Brett Warren will be filling in yet again. It is unfortunate for Vince to miss his last collegiate game, but the I am very comfortable ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2326.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 08:53:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2326.aspx As always a good read with lots of stats. I admit i've been slow getting my thoughts and notes together for this game with the holidays and such (I'll be posting stuff soon) - however the TSL guys predict a tougher battle than most of the media - I'm ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2325.aspx Wed, 02 Jan 2008 07:34:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2325.aspx I bet seeing the Tuna on the sideline was quite a surprise to most, if not all, of the Hokies. Also, some other news and notes before the game. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2314.aspx Tue, 01 Jan 2008 13:43:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2314.aspx So what is everyone thinking for this game? We are less than 48 hours away, national buzz is low because everyone doesn't think Kansas belongs and that the Hokies should dominate. Not only that, the Hokies didn't sell their allotment of tickets for the game... How many ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2310.aspx Tue, 01 Jan 2008 09:49:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2310.aspx As I mentioned in an earlier post this season , I had a chance to talk with Andre Davis after the F$U game. I was thrilled to read about his success today on the gridiron and just wanted to reiterate that it couldn't happen to a nicer guy. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2303.aspx Sun, 30 Dec 2007 21:34:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2303.aspx The New Year is not off to a good start for the ACC, picking up right where 2007 left off ... with a bowl loss. The Wahoos gave up a 14 point lead in the fourth quarter to lose 28-31 on a game-winning field goal by Texas Tech. The ACC ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2289.aspx Sat, 29 Dec 2007 16:13:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2289.aspx I feel very good about KLJ being able to get it done for the 1st quarter. Hopefully Ore comes in angry in the second quarter and firing on all cylinders. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2283.aspx Fri, 28 Dec 2007 14:32:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2283.aspx I'm not a big fan of the headline for this article - I think it is a bit sensationalized - but the article is still a good read. I know we have some talent coming up, but if we lose four starting receivers, two starting cornerbacks, two starting linebackers plus ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2282.aspx Fri, 28 Dec 2007 11:07:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2282.aspx Merry Christmas to everyone. I got an ACC Championship shirt under my tree! That got me very excited. Hope everyone has a great holiday season. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2270.aspx Tue, 25 Dec 2007 15:48:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2270.aspx Figured i would throw together a quick timeline to organize what we know so far about Bud's interest (and more importantly involvement) in the open West Virginia head coaching job. I'll continue to edit this post and keep it current as news rolls in. Please feel free ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2261.aspx Thu, 20 Dec 2007 13:03:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2261.aspx I am shocked that Josh hasn't caught a TD pass in 1,099 days - I wonder if he just wasn't used much by coaches in red zone packages, etc. Also an update on Foster - as of late Tuesday he had not been contacted by WVU. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2250.aspx Wed, 19 Dec 2007 15:05:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2250.aspx I wouldn't say this is a strong year for QB's in the draft but with Matt Ryan, Brian Brohm, Colt Brennan and others coming out - I feel pretty good that we'll see Glennon playing on Saturdays next year (per the article - he's not going to declare if ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2246.aspx Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:45:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2246.aspx Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse ... it does. Think Jumbo Fisher is rethinking his succession of "Deddy" Bowden? In a nutshell... At least 20 Florida State football players will be suspended from playing against Kentucky in the Dec. 31 Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2239.aspx Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:20:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2239.aspx Reading the article, it doesn't sound very likely this will go through, but I still don't like it. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2238.aspx Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:54:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2238.aspx The good news is that bill tones down the rhetoric in this article a good bit - and ( much like another article posted by vthokiefans ) observes that the hokies have become the "banner-flying program" of the ACC and the hokies need to win in the orange bowl as ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2237.aspx Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:08:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2237.aspx I had not heard about the potential Oklahoma vs. Virginia Tech Orange Bowl matchup that the two conference apparently agreed to, only to have the BCS corruption vote it down. Not that we need another reason to hate the BCS and everything unholy that it stands for, but you ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2229.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:43:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2229.aspx Sorry I’ve been MIA the last few days - lots going on up in Baltimore. I'm usually not one to revel in other team’s pain but I’m making an exception today... Caption this picture - Thumbs up for creativity and humor! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2218.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2007 13:01:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2218.aspx If you know someone who loves to hate on Virginia Tech and the ACC because of the strength of schedule component, forward them the following link. Here are the nuts and bolts of the article: Speaking of SOS, of the 10 teams in the BCS, just one (Virginia ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2217.aspx Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:12:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2217.aspx I did not realize the ACC has lost its last 7 BCS games. Both the Hokies and the ACC need this win. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2211.aspx Sun, 16 Dec 2007 10:52:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2211.aspx I liked this read about the mens soccer team. Final Four game tonight at 5pm versus Wake Forest - ESPN2! We tied Wake earlier this season 3-3 when they were ranked #1, so this would be a huge upset. Go Hokies. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2208.aspx Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:05:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2208.aspx Pretty funny interview with DeAngelo Hall about Bobby Petrino abruptly leaving and going to Arkansas. To nobody's surprise, D-Hall doesn't hold back his opinion... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2191.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:32:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2191.aspx This blurb from a Kansas-based paper ticked me off a little. After reading the last sentence, I just hope the Hokies pound the Jayhawks into submission. I don't just want a win, I want humiliation and embarrassment. I want total and complete annihilation and destruction... OK, that may be a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2190.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:08:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2190.aspx Congratulations to Brandon and Xavier! Flowers made the second team and Adibi the third team. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2186.aspx Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:28:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2186.aspx The thing that worries me about playing Kansas.... is that I'm not worried about playing Kansas. The last time I was so not-worried about playing our bowl game was versus Cal in the 2003-2004 season. I thought - we can't possibly lose to a Pac-10 team unless ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2173.aspx Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:26:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2173.aspx I'm not going to make my feelings on this subject vague: This is blatantly unfair and unjust. MV deserves more than this...a few years more. Let him stay in jail for all I care. What he did was deplorable. Granted, it really is incredible how much money he is losing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2158.aspx Mon, 10 Dec 2007 21:50:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2158.aspx Well the case is finally closed - I imagine this leaves Michael with a number of financial problems on top of his jail time...according to this article the earliest he could get out of jail is Summer of 2007 - right after Mr. Vick turns 29 years old. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2153.aspx Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:29:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2153.aspx A little love for the Hokies looking ahead to the 2008 season. Essentially, VT will be the favorite to win the Coastal Division again next season. Here are some highlights of the article : But if the past few seasons have established anything, it is that Beamer's program ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2145.aspx Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:20:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2145.aspx I know it is early for bowl previews, but I figured we needed something to tide us over until Jan. 3, 2008. Mark May says the Hokies will win and the dufus sitting to his right says the Jayhawks will win. Yawn http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2140.aspx Sun, 09 Dec 2007 15:53:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2140.aspx Tech Fans: although we usually talk on this site about football, I can't help but be excited for the 'futball' team. First ever Final Four appearance - saaweeeet . Go Hokies! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2138.aspx Sat, 08 Dec 2007 16:51:20 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2138.aspx This a very interesting article about the lopsided in-state recruiting war between Virginia Tech and UVA. I am surprised that Old McDonald blamed UVA's losing ways against the Hokies on VT's practice of "grayshirting" and that he was uncomfortable talking about it on the air. C'mon Mac ... man up ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2134.aspx Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:29:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2134.aspx A quick dispatch from Shayne about the BCS - he alludes to the fact that he doesn't think that OSU belongs in the BCS title game. Unfortunately the article is pretty thin on content and Shayne... the hokies have never played in the Fiesta bowl... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2131.aspx Fri, 07 Dec 2007 16:35:58 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2131.aspx Hokies - you may find this surprising but James Carville feels your BCS pain and agrees with you. I think this is a great rant against the BCS system and really makes me feel better about the whole disaster - here's more from the interview: James ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2125.aspx Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:40:28 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2125.aspx I just saw this, but apparently, SI.com is holding a 16-team mock NCAA D-IA football playoff systems, however, these games are decided by votes, not a computer simulation, so vote now! The Hokies got by Illinois in the first round and now face the Florida Gators. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2118.aspx Fri, 07 Dec 2007 06:35:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2118.aspx Looks like Coach Beamer is one of 8 finalists for the Eddie Robinson Award. In my unbiased opinion, I don't see how anybody else deserves this more than Coach. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2116.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:31:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2116.aspx Subjective but still lots of number crunching in this blog post - paints a better picture of the ACC as a football conference than they have been portrayed in the media to this point - I was surprised by a few of the stats (ACC teams have played more out ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2114.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 16:21:01 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2114.aspx Immediately following our embarrassing loss to Georgia to close out the 2006-2007 season, I wrote a game-by-game preview of the 2007 season. At that time, dates and times for the games had not been set, so I went game-by-game based on the order made available by HokieSports.com. Overall, I had ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2102.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:50:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2102.aspx I was very impressed with Franks' comments following the final BCS rankings before the bowl games were announced. "We're not the same team we were when LSU beat us," Beamer said. "But the fact is, they did beat us. So they deserved to be ahead of us." ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2101.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:15:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2101.aspx I know Nebraska is down and out, but man, wouldn't it be great to put a beat down on them? It would've been more fun with the Raider-reject as their coach, but I am an equal opportunity ass-kicker! NU officials announced Wednesday that the Virginia Tech game has ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2100.aspx Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:12:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2100.aspx I am from Jacksonville. I am a Hokie. Please move the damn game to Charlotte, but don't be fooled. The ACC Championship Game will still have problems. I was in Jacksonville the week leading up to the game, and left for home (Cville) the day before the game. So, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2096.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2007 17:07:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2096.aspx Feel free to track down the email addresses of some of these panelists and question their "objectiveness". http://www.pollg.com/g/w31065/w31065panelists.htm http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2090.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2007 10:14:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2090.aspx Top lineman in the state commits to the Hokies. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2089.aspx Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:02:04 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2089.aspx So some people say that preseason rankings are part of the problem with the BCS, say they are meaningless, say they aren't worth publishing and say it's really stupid to make predictions about next year when this year’s team hasn't even finished playing all its games! I agree whole ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2079.aspx Tue, 04 Dec 2007 13:06:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2079.aspx Hey, I'm a photographer for Planet Blacksburg (planetblacksburg.com). Here are some of the pictures I took at the ACC Championship game. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2071.aspx Mon, 03 Dec 2007 17:29:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2071.aspx So we all know now that LSU is the second best team in the country (obviously better than us) and Ohio State is the best, right? What?!?! We don't agree? Suprise, suprise. News Flash: BCS Committee Sucks it Up Again - Virginia Tech is the New Auburn. Ok, well I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2058.aspx Mon, 03 Dec 2007 12:28:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2058.aspx With Les “let me take a break from this title game to get myself a pay raise” Miles making a case for the #7 Tigers to play in the BCS bowl game – I figured I would make the completely biased case for Virginia Tech to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2037.aspx Sun, 02 Dec 2007 11:06:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2037.aspx So with the WVU and Mizzou losses we are now in the national championship talk vs. Ohio St. I've spoke with some friends who say the #2 spot will probably go to LSU. LSU just recently lost to Arkansas on 11/23 and one of their losses was to an unranked ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2036.aspx Sun, 02 Dec 2007 10:21:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2036.aspx Wow...Mizzou, and then WV...so who do we get in the OB? Ohio State? Georgia? Howz about WV? Or someone else? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2032.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 23:02:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2032.aspx I gotta give it to the four-letter, I actually liked the headline to this article. It's good to see Glennon getting the credit he deserves in this article after the fantastic game. Again, just the usual postgame writeup here, and it's probably the exact same AP press wire ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2028.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 19:39:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2028.aspx I cannot recall a game in which I have been more nervous and on edge. I think the prospect of having to deal with two losses to Coach Jabberwocky in the same season drove me to near cardiac arrest. Thankfully, we pulled it out in grand fashion. These highlights were ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2027.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 18:37:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2027.aspx My game ball goes to Sean Glennon. He threw a career-high three TDs and made some ridiculous throws. All three TDs were simply perfect. He showed poise and leadership on the field today. He is not the same QB who got humiliated against LSU in week two. He threw one ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2026.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 17:47:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2026.aspx From TailgateFever's Blog: " Did You Know? Beamer is the 11th winningest coach in NCAA history. Brandon Flowers is 11th in career INTs at Va. Tech. Jud Dunlevy is one FG shy of the single season school record (22, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2013.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 16:48:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.2013.aspx Alright gang, I have my game day routine that includes specific food, beverages and do's and don'ts. Here are couple of things that I must do and some food I must eat on game days: Food * Johnsonville Brats * Potato Hot Dog Buns * Tortilla Chips ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1895.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 10:19:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1895.aspx Okay, so I haven't been able to keep up with things here as much as I would have liked to this past week, so I don't really know how many of you were able to make it to Jacksonville for the game. I got quite a few friends going, ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1891.aspx Sat, 01 Dec 2007 03:54:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1891.aspx http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1885.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2007 19:26:22 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1885.aspx to Superman theme song http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1883.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2007 19:02:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1883.aspx Liked this read about Josh Morgan. I'm really hoping he explodes straight from the start tomorrow. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1874.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2007 13:24:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1874.aspx Nothing earth-shattering but a good read nonetheless. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1873.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2007 13:16:57 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1873.aspx This article came as a real surprise to me and it’s the first i've heard of Bud having an agent let alone being interested in other coaching jobs. I had no idea he’s ever talked this plainly about leaving and had so many plans/thoughts of getting his own gig ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1866.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:54:09 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1866.aspx Alright team - this week is slipping by fast so I figured we would kill two birds with one stone here - Give me your keys to the game and/or quick take on what will happen this Saturday http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1857.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2007 14:35:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1857.aspx Another great read by the guys with too much time on their hands over at TailgateFever.com ... God bless them for making my Thursday more tolerable! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1853.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2007 13:45:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1853.aspx It's no secret that bourbon may indeed be the official drink for us Hokie fans, who are undeniably the greatest fans in all of sports. In my view, this article should be required reading and I fully concur that Van Winkle bourbon is the finest out there. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1844.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:53:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1844.aspx On a few catches, Josh looked dejected on Saturday - I was wondering what was up. Well now I know and the kid definitely gets my "Tough Guy Award for Week #12"... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1840.aspx Thu, 29 Nov 2007 09:48:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1840.aspx As a die hard Virginia Tech Hokies football fan and transplanted Washington Redskins fan, I knew Sean Taylor as an opponent to my beloved Hokies and as an all pro player for one of my favorite NFL teams, the Washington Redskins. When I heard about Taylor's death, I was shocked ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1836.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 21:30:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1836.aspx Interesting article on our final bowl destination - here’s the pecking order for the bowls: Orange (winner of ACCCG) Chick-fil-A Bowl (considering VT, Clemson, UVA and BC) Gator Bowl (considering Clemson or UVA) Champs Sports Bowl (probably going to take whoever is left among above ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1830.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 12:57:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1830.aspx Oh dear God ... this Web site is about the funniest damn thing! Here are some great lines from the Virginia vs. Virginia Tech recap post: "Groh spares team from brutal 14-game schedule." "Groh requested a paternity test this week to deny public suspicion ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1826.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 11:25:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1826.aspx I know we usually keep the content here to sports-related material, and I hope I don't get my man-card revoked for posting a parade clip, but I've gotta say it made me feel pretty damned proud seeing these guys, especially when they keyed up "Tech Triumph" towards the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1825.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:58:05 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1825.aspx Flowers says unless the NFL advisory committee says he is a "definite-definite" to be selected in the first round he's going to return for his senior year. I would be surprised to see him ranked in the middle (or higher) of the first round so as a ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1823.aspx Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:56:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1823.aspx Who has Hokie plates? Anyone seen a really clever one they remember? Post some pics if you have them. Bonus for out of state (non-VA) plates! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1819.aspx Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:58:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1819.aspx Some commentators talked about this a few weeks back during the Miami game (I think). The pictures are pretty cool. Mess w/ the high resolution versions, zooming in and out. Nice view. Two links: http://www.vt.edu/thank the world/ http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1814.aspx Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:05:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1814.aspx We have 21 seniors on this Hokie team. They are the winningest class in Virginia Tech history with 41 wins in their four years, and they are on a roll to take us to a BCS bowl game. In looking back on the regular season and realizing the talent that ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1809.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:54:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1809.aspx Watching the game at the parent’s house over the holidays is always an interesting event. My mom knows the routine by now – me and the wife come to breakfast wearing VT jersey’s and my mom looks a bit concerned “Does Virginia Tech have a game today?” She ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1796.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2007 15:27:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1796.aspx In what is close to an impossible event (kind of like WVU fans being classy and BC winning next week) we have the slightest window of opportunity to see our Hokies get some retribution on a 1999 season. With only 2 possible liklihoods of this occurance; we have a shot ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1794.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:14:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1794.aspx Tech's players this week will wear T-shirts with "6:01" on the front and"A Minor Setback For A Major Comeback" on the back. Cornerback VictorHarris, a Highland Springs High graduate, uttered the phrase in thelocker room after Tech beat Georgia Tech the week after the BostonCollege debacle. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1774.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:42:23 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1774.aspx Does anyone know the link to the youtube video of Beamer doing his dance after the UVa win? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1773.aspx Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:34:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1773.aspx Higher Quality Downloadable Version VTHokieFans.com Highlights Hey gang, sorry it took so long to get these highlights up. I was out of town for Thanksgiving and my DVR didn't recorded the game, so I had to wait until one of the replays ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1770.aspx Sun, 25 Nov 2007 22:14:50 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1770.aspx Tech fans - with our seniors going 4-0 versus UVa, and win #10 on the season, who gets your game ball? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1765.aspx Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:57:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1765.aspx This article was pretty funny regarding the bitch-slap on Sean at the end of the game. For me, watching this immediately reminded me of poor sportsmanship as displayed by their team physician (Dr. Gieck I think) trying to trip our guy running down the sideline at the end of ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1764.aspx Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:43:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1764.aspx I used to live in Charlottesville and always enjoyed reading the Daily Progress after a big Hokie win. Of course the Charlottesville paper is even more one sided than the Roanoke Times is, but it's still fun to read. While reading online today I stumbled on ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1757.aspx Sun, 25 Nov 2007 08:36:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1757.aspx A good ESPN.com recap, complete with links to the ESPN highlight show. I was out of town for this game, but watched it on a 56-inch DLP HDTV on ESPN2 HD ... freaking SWEET! Unfortunately, my DVR did not record the game as it was scheduled to do - I ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1752.aspx Sat, 24 Nov 2007 23:30:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1752.aspx wow what a game, i think i really underestimated UVA's playmaking ability, they played one hell of a game, Tyrod and Glennon were awesome, and Ore had his first 100-yd rushing game, i think we are in great shape for the ACC Championship for revenge against BC, i think they ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1751.aspx Sat, 24 Nov 2007 16:42:13 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1751.aspx As always hilarious - this weeks highlights brought to you by shaneykakes: The only thing more fun than beating the Fighting Two Dollar Bills in Blacksburg is beating them on their own croquette lawn that will expose UVA as the sheep (9-2) in wolf's (7-4) clothing ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1654.aspx Fri, 23 Nov 2007 15:57:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1654.aspx Here is a preview of the VT vs UVa matchup. What do you think are the keys to the game for this weekend? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1623.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2007 08:29:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1623.aspx It seems like the bowl picture is shaping up. Interesting read from the Roanoke Times. Hypothetically speaking, if VT wins out and we get an at-large BCS bid, who would you want to play and who would you want to avoid? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1622.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2007 07:53:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1622.aspx Seems like reporters can't seem to get our VT guys to start smackin' on UVa. That is what this place is for. Good to know that our team seems to be mature and respectable. That is definitely a sign of good senior leadership. We are going ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1621.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2007 07:49:30 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1621.aspx It appears that our future star has a snoring problem. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1620.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2007 07:45:18 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1620.aspx Help Show why Hokie Nation is tops, and vote for the College Football SuperFan, me, Tim Bednar, and help me win the coveted Football SuperFan of the Year Award. I'm not losing to UVA or some SEC school. Please spread the word to Everyone you know, this means a lot ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1619.aspx Wed, 21 Nov 2007 01:46:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1619.aspx I haven't really gotten to see UVA play much this year for one reason or another. It may be the fact that they haven’t played in a big enough game to make national coverage. Most of the games were on ESPNU, 360, The Ocho, or not at all. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1618.aspx Tue, 20 Nov 2007 22:05:43 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1618.aspx Here is an article on Justin Harper featured in the Roanoke Times. Seems like he has come quite far this season, or maybe just all of our receivers are reaching there full potential with a more knowledgeable QB and some time from the O-Line. Which receiver has surprised ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1616.aspx Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:20:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1616.aspx Assuming an ideal outcome - give me a quick recap of your dream hokie victory on Saturday. Extra points for pictures and hypothetical newspaper headlines on Sunday! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1607.aspx Tue, 20 Nov 2007 06:58:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1607.aspx Interesting article from the Cavalier Daily. I dislike UVA just like the next person. Not quite as much as WVU or Miami, but that is primarily because UVA just plain old sucks. For those of you that are going to the game, how do you think you ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1594.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 20:14:53 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1594.aspx This article never gets old. I like to take it out and dust it off right around this time every year. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1582.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:05:44 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1582.aspx Hmmm... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1581.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:04:52 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1581.aspx As usual Roth offers his "company man" swing on things - unfortunately this one is a little thicker at the beginning - painting beamer as this "all knowing nostradamus type" who knew the team would struggle early and drop a few games before coming on strong at the end. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1580.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 12:57:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1580.aspx I admire Shannon for all the things he has successfully overcome in his life and I think if he's given time, he could turn the Miami program around. But, for the love of all things college football, someone please tell him to stop talking! No wonder his players are not ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1570.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:59:48 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1570.aspx A good article previewing Saturday's game in Hooville. Tech has one seven of the last eight against UVa. The only loss came in embarrassing fashion in 2003 when the Cavaliers' Heath Miller played all 11 offensive positions and defeated us single-handedly. I hate that jerk. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1569.aspx Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:40:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1569.aspx One of the things i was happiest to see on Saturday was all our nicked up players looked pretty sharp. Eddie might have looked a shade slower than normal but overall looked good, vince obviously came to play, Sean seemed to have no ill effects from the concussion, etc. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1560.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 22:12:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1560.aspx The thought just occurred to me: what will Boston College do next week at home against Miami? BC has nothing to play for other than rankings. They are in the ACCCG after beating Clemson in Death Valley last night. Additionally, they got pretty banged up, so what motivation does their ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1552.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 20:23:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1552.aspx I was watching the game on ABC yesterday and they showed New York Yankee hats in the VT colors. They said they were available at the bookstore, does anyone know where i can purchase on online. I think this is a very classy thing for the Hokies to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1548.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 18:46:16 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1548.aspx I know that we’re still in peak season for football and anxiously awaiting the showdown with the Wahoos, but to break the tension I thought I’d kick off the conversation about Hokie Hoops (1-0) a little bit early. What a great time of year. The leaves ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1544.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 14:49:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1544.aspx -Terrible officiating. I was having flashbacks of USC a few years back.-We had no turnovers, no fumbles (which is enormous for us) while forcing 3 turnovers. Not to mention that these turnovers put us in great field position and broke the Canes more and more as the turnovers piled up. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1542.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 12:45:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1542.aspx Anyone else notice the piss-poor officiating this game? I don't like to focus a ton on the refs, but they were pathetic. That crew took a good 8 minutes off when Miami scored that passing TD coming out of the half with the blatant pushoff DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF A ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1537.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 10:37:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1537.aspx Okay -- I know, I know. "Woulda, shoulda, coulda..." ... But I gotta ask. Seeing that #2 Oregon and #4 Oklahoma both lost this weekend... [Here's the question... no shocker...] Where would VT be ranked (at the end of this ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1533.aspx Sun, 18 Nov 2007 00:17:42 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1533.aspx Wow. Just...wow. The Hokies put up 84 points against the Florida State Seminoles and Miami Hurricanes in back-to-back games. Holy shnikeys. Like HokieDave mentioned in his game ball post , the Hokies looked good, but not great en route to the 44-14 win (which covered the 17-point spread - ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1532.aspx Sat, 17 Nov 2007 22:47:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1532.aspx Tech Fans: Looks like we've pulled off another win against Miami. I thought we looked good but not great beating the 'Canes, and am already psyched about the tough game we'll have next weekend in Hooville. Who gets your game ball from today's game and why? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1528.aspx Sat, 17 Nov 2007 22:06:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1528.aspx Beamer said it best "that wasn't the miami I know" http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1505.aspx Sat, 17 Nov 2007 00:50:14 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1505.aspx A bunch of hits in this article: Talks about the seniors chance to become the winningest class in tech history if they pull out two more wins (and also the first class to win 10 or more wins 4 years in a row) Notes about the improved ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1479.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:34:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1479.aspx A good article about how Stinespring came up with the dual QB system and a recap of some of the FSU game. Also talks about dealing with fan criticism - and says Beamer told him "to stay away from the Internet because it doesn't make any difference" (no ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1477.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:23:38 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1477.aspx Another good article on Vince coming back with a personal slant. You can tell how much this kid loves playing the game of football http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1476.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:15:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1476.aspx "Nothing compares to the level of joy following an ass-kicking of Miami." There is nothing else to be said, not by me at least. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1458.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:19:25 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1458.aspx Second hated Florida team comes into Blacksburg for the second week in a row. Lots of talk about who has more motivation - who has more banged up players – whose recruits are more disrespectful – and plenty of other VT-UM topics… So what you say? ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1456.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 07:45:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1456.aspx Great article from Vince's point of view - some great lines: He wasn't allowed to tackle before this week - though [Hall] said he tried to sneak in a few hits when he wasn't supposed to - and he was chomping at the bit to get back to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1453.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 07:33:36 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1453.aspx It ended up being quite the crazy week - started with a fantastic win over our nemesis but there have been distractions on both side of the fence. The hokies have this strange shooting incident at Macho's and the fight outside Oge-Chi's (dance club mish-mish). Miami has their ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1440.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 17:07:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1440.aspx Ok, did no one see our game against Clemson? Are we not playing our best football of the season? WHAT is with the complete lack of respect. Attached is NBC's projection for the Orange Bowl. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1433.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 15:11:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1433.aspx No, this isn't from The Onion , this Miami player says he actually has a good idea of what to expect in Lane Stadium because he's "played" there on his Sony Playstation and the NCAA Football game. You can't make this stuff up, people... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1432.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:31:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1432.aspx Didn't see this video on here yet so I figured I would post it as Motivation for the Miami game! Lets go hokies! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1429.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:06:19 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1429.aspx Great article, also written by Kyle Tucker, about the decision to go with 2 QBs and how it actually works on gameday. This may answer my earlier question about how long the coaches plan to use this. I'm guessing we might see this for awhile. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1418.aspx Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:56:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1418.aspx After reading the Miami Herald article detailing the criticisms of the Hurricanes from Miami recruits, it got me thinking about the significance of the Virginia Tech win over Florida State to our recruiting efforts. From what I have read in the wake of Virginia Tech's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1414.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 22:08:00 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1414.aspx This is a great update from Kyle Tucker with some insightful interviews with Glennon and Flowers. Another "must read." Beamer says they will continue to use the dual QB system like they did against FSU. Also, here are some interesting quotes from the interviews: GLENNON ON WHAT HE ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1413.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 21:11:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1413.aspx This was an eye-opening article regarding the University of Miami's current recruiting class of high school juniors. I was absolutely amazed at the candid nature of the comments from these high school kids. I was equally amazed at the reaction of the Miami players. I know they were probably upset ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1411.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 21:02:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1411.aspx You know, I check this a few times a week and have never thought to put it up here. Today's update features further brilliance of Al Groh in withholding points from opponents. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1409.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 20:51:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1409.aspx As always a good read and full of goodies about the game on Sat - including links to roster cards, sites and game notes. It's still really scary to me to see the predictions state "if the Hokies come motivated and play their game, I can't ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1406.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:47:21 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1406.aspx More good news on the recruiting front - the hokies received a verbal commitment from Jarrett Boykin - a three star WR out of Butler High School in Matthews, North Carolina...which brings our total number of commitments for 2008 to two thousand seven hundred and ninety one Welcome ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1404.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:36:51 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1404.aspx Virginia Tech – A very impressive win against a Florida State team that bit Boston College stopped an 0-12 run against the ‘Noles. This season looks very similar to the season Tech had a year ago which ended in a Chick-fil-A Bowl bid and there are several scenarios that could ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1400.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 16:21:56 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1400.aspx We all know that the Miami game has no impact on the ACC standings, and it's highly unlikely that we'll make it to the National Championship, so how would you go in to the game on Saturday if you were Beamer? Do you go all out and risk injury? ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1380.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 12:53:02 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1380.aspx I know Dodd at CBS does not like the Hokies, but are they serious? Man, can you give us any more motivation? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1377.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:41:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1377.aspx This weekend's game against Miami may not mean anything in the ACC title chase, but it means something to both teams. The Hokies, particularly the guys on the team that were part of the 2005 embarrassing home loss to the 'Canes, want this game. They remember what happened two years ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1369.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 10:16:40 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1369.aspx It seems that the shootings into Macho's apartment were random. This is fantastic news, but still disturbing to some degree. Come to think of it, I remember when I was at Tech and seeing a person pull out shotgun a shotgun during a party, we even had one ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1366.aspx Wed, 14 Nov 2007 07:47:24 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1366.aspx Tech fans: after a great (and long) weekend at home for the FSU game, I finally have a chance to sit at my computer and reflect on the FSU game weekend, as well as read the great content you guys/girls have put up recently. It was a really good ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1363.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 21:31:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1363.aspx Funny - the notes about WVU are even funnier to me: Bowden had worse when he coached at West Virginia, although he said he removed "For Sale" signs there, too. In 1974, students hung a likeness of Bowden in effigy from a tree. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1356.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:27:10 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1356.aspx A shout out to my fellow Pulaskian Shayne Graham! Seven, count 'em, seven field goals against the Ravens. Wow... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1352.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 11:42:59 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1352.aspx Seriously...why does stuff like this keep happening? I really hope everyone is okay. Really, really disappointing to hear news like this out of blacksburg. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1347.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 08:47:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1347.aspx Wow, this is really surprising considering the ramifications of the game. I would've thought this would be picked up for prime time. Oh well, at least now we know the French won't arrive at the game on time. They never show up en mass for a noon game. That's why ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1346.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 07:34:06 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1346.aspx Interesting article about Josh challenging Tyrod during the forth quarter - saying "If you want to be great, you've got to beat this Florida State team" and pointing out Michael Vick's emergence on the national radar after his performance against FSU in the Sugarbowl. Also contains lots ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1332.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:44:41 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1332.aspx Talking with my dad last night, he mentioned that his alma mater, Middle Tennessee State University, lost to Louisiana-Lafayette this weekend. It was only the second win of the season for the Rickey Bustle-coached Ragin Cajuns. For those that don't know, Bustle is a former OC at Tech. Apparently, he's ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1331.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:37:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1331.aspx Injury update after the FSU game - lots of great news for a change (seemingly out of the blue): Vince Hall = cleared for Miami (going 100% in practice today) Eddie Royal = cleared for Miami (going 100% in practice today) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1330.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:34:33 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1330.aspx A great article about the Hokies' history in November, or as Roanoke Times writer Randy King refers to it, the "penultimate month." Some eye-popping stats that jumped out at my include: Tech averages just 274.5 total offensive yards in its first six ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1318.aspx Mon, 12 Nov 2007 07:00:37 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1318.aspx Gigantic win hokies and great game! Now that we have the FSU monkey off our back - what did you learn from or what good/bad do you take out of the Florida State game? Reactions, comments, etc? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1299.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2007 15:08:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1299.aspx A lot of us posted our predictions for the FSU game, so I thought it would be entertaining to go back and look at what we thought (or wished) would happen Saturday night. I'll get the ball rolling... My Prediction: "I see Weatherford, huddled in the ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1288.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2007 11:00:03 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1288.aspx Just another game recap article, but I think I've read it about 20 times. Two words: Freaking Sweet! Oh, and here's the best quote in the article... "I didn't expect to see the second coming of Vick," [Bobby] Bowden said after being denied his 300th victory at Florida State. ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1281.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:50:49 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1281.aspx What a great game! The Hokies finally break the FSU curse and Tyrod Taylor gave Bobby Bowden sickening flashbacks of the 2000 Sugar Bowl when MV1 ran all over his defense, only this time the outcome was the complete opposite. Tech jumped out to a big lead (20-6) ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1280.aspx Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:14:35 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1280.aspx I think this is a no-brainer ... Tyrod gets the game ball and proves that he is the true heir to the QB throne at Tech. But kudos to Sean for playing well...though, he needs to learn to slide. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1278.aspx Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:39:45 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1278.aspx No, no, no.... don't be deceived by the headline, this post is simply for all of those unfortunate souls who cannot be in attendance at Lane Stadium today (much like myself). Every so often, well, actually quite often in Blacksburg, a game comes around like this ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1277.aspx Sat, 10 Nov 2007 14:18:46 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1277.aspx FYI - I posted this as a comment in Shane's "Final Thoughts" Post, but when I got done, I thought it would make for a decent blog post. I think the X-factor that I haven't seen mentioned anywhere is that this marks the first time in ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1267.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:41:07 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1267.aspx Something tells me our defensive backfield will be really busy on saturday. Sounds like they feel up to the task. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1264.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:21:31 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1264.aspx A number of goodies in his latest blog post - greg boone played saftey in HS (along with QB) so the kid has the athletic ability to play TE. I hope he really breaks out tomorrow Sounds like Eddie is a lot better than "doubtful" hopefully we will ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1263.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:15:34 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1263.aspx Man I want this game – I’m tired of feeling bad after florida state games, actually I’m tired of feeling like _ after FSU games. I was at the sugar bowl when I went from being convince we were going to win (3rd quarter) to laying in ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1258.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:38:54 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1258.aspx As always a great read - now i'm ready for the game - Go Hokies! http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1254.aspx Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:25:26 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1254.aspx A good read as always full of information, roster cards and FSU links. http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1247.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2007 19:47:39 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1247.aspx FSU suspended their second string strongside linebacker for the VT game and another reserve LB suffered an ankle injury in practice. Doesn't sound like either is key but it might mess up their LB rotation enough to give us an edge. ...and today is Coach Bowden's 78th bday ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1232.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2007 11:52:17 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1232.aspx All the waiting is almost over! It's been 32 years and 12 games since the hokies last beat the seminoles and our shot at redemption is just two days away. We have no idea who is starting at QB or if our best WR will be able to ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1230.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2007 11:35:08 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1230.aspx Article from Nolesports.com. It always seems that FSU beats us at our own game. How do you think the VT special teams will fare this time out? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1226.aspx Thu, 08 Nov 2007 09:32:47 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1226.aspx What you say? To big, to small or just right? http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1219.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2007 15:50:11 GMT http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1219.aspx Interesting interview with Sean - couple of points: How do you read his answer to Would Glennon be surprised if he's not the guy Saturday ? - it could be read as tipping VT's hand and eluding that Tyrod will start Good to hear Tyrod is ... http://vt.fanfoc.us/en/Post.1213.aspx Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:1